Small Hydropower Market Worth $3.49 Billion By 2027

The global small hydropower market size is expected to reach USD 3.49 billion by 2027, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 2.0% from 2020 to 2027. Cost advantages for installing small hydropower based power generation and the replacement of fossil fuel-based electricity production in an effort to reduce carbon emission into the atmosphere are expected to drive the market.

A supportive regulatory framework for supportable energy in the European Union and the United States is also likely to have a positive influence on market growth. Execution of favorable government regulations such as the Small Conduit Hydropower Development and Rural Jobs Act and Hydropower Regulatory Efficiency Act in the United States and an increasing number of funding programs related to the renewable energy sector in various developed countries, such as Canada and Italy, are some of the factors projected to present future growth prospects.

Increasing investments in small hydropower projects to surge the rural electrification in emerging countries are likely to drive the market. Besides, the assistance in the form of fewer interest loans and allowances, renewable purchase obligations, feed-in tariffs, and financial incentives would further assist the growth of this market. An unstable source as the energy generation that depends upon seasonal lows and highs can curb the growth of the market.

China, India, and Australia are the fastest growing countries contributing mainly to the Asia Pacific market growth. The small hydropower market in Australia is set to expand at a CAGR of 1.9% from 2020 to 2027. The Asia Pacific market is projected to rise during the estimated period owing to the investments in off-grid energy generation and rural electrification. Moreover, the availability of probable sites, along with the presence of a skilled workforce, is expected to favor countries, such as India and China, in market growth.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

By type, the mini-hydropower segment is expected to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period
Asia Pacific is projected to grow at a substantial rate throughout the forecast period. China is expected to account for the maximum share in the Asia Pacific region in the forecast period
Based on application, the civil construction segment accounted for 32.0% share of total volume in 2019
Brazil dominated the Central & South America market and is set to reach USD 103.59 million by 2027. Growth in the industrial sector accompanied by a huge hydro potential location owing to the Amazon River will fuel market growth.

Plastics In PPE Market Size Worth $34.8 Billion By 2027

The global plastics in personal protective equipment market size is expected to reach USD 34.8 billion by 2027, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 17.0% over the forecast period. Increasing demand from applications, such as construction and healthcare, and rising safety concerns are expected to drive the product demand.

The demand for plastics in PPE is expected to increase majorly in the respiratory protection and hand protection applications owing to the high in demand for masks, gloves, face shields, etc. across various industries, such as building & construction, chemical manufacturing industries, and laboratories, due to COVID-19 pandemic. Asia Pacific is expected to lead the global market due to the strong presence of prominent product manufacturers in the region.

The global market is segmented based on plastic categories, which include acrylic, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyamide, polycarbonate, polyester, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, polyphenylsulfone, polypropylene, and others. Polyethylene was the prominent product segment and accounted for over 25% of the global revenue in the year 2019. The polyester product segment is expected to witness significant growth due to the high demand for protective vests, gloves, and body covers.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

The global market was valued at USD 3.8 billion in 2019 and is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 17.0% from 2020 to 2027
Respiratory protection is expected to be the fastest-growing application segment at a CAGR of 17.4% over the forecast period
This growth is attributed to the rising demand for different types of masks, such as surgical, N95, N93, and specialized gas masks
Hand protection segment is estimated to account for the largest revenue share by 2027 due to rising demand for these products
APAC was the largest regional market in 2019 and is estimated to retain its leading position throughout the forecast period due to the rapidly growing healthcare sector in countries, such as India and China

Secondary Water & Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Worth $30.05 Billion By 2027

The global secondary water and wastewater treatment equipment market size is expected to reach USD 30.05 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 3.9%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Rising demand for wastewater treatment plants owing to stringent regulations is expected to drive the market growth over the forecast period.

Growing concerns over environmental degradation and water pollution coupled with stringent regulations pertaining to wastewater discharges are likely to benefit market growth. In addition, increasing efforts to improve the wastewater treatment coverage, especially in the developing countries is anticipated to further propel the market expansion.

A growing requirement for upgrading the existing aging infrastructure, most notably in the developed economies, is expected to open new avenues for the market growth over the forecast period. Furthermore, the emergence of new pollutants is likely to drive the demand for more advanced and efficient treatment solutions, thereby benefitting the overall market growth.

Rising water scarcity, coupled with growing focus conserving and extending the availability of existing water supplies, is expected to drive the demand for wastewater reuse as a viable option for integrated water management. This, in turn, is anticipated to have a positive impact on the overall demand for secondary water and wastewater treatment equipment in the forthcoming years.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

The sludge treatment technology segment accounted for 35.4% revenue share in 2019, on account of increasing demand for efficient, and better management and disposal of sludge generated from wastewater treatment plants
The equipment demand in the municipal application segment is anticipated to witness expand at a CAGR of 3.6% from 2020 to 2027 owing to the growing population, rapid urbanization, and improving municipal wastewater treatment infrastructure in developing countries
The equipment demand in Europe accounted for a revenue share of 26.8% in 2019, on account of developed wastewater treatment infrastructure coupled with a growing focus on rehabilitation, and upgrading the existing wastewater treatment facilities
The demand in China is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.7% owing to increasing efforts towards combating the high levels of environmental pollution in the country
In January 2020, Xylem, Inc. launched a multi-disciplinary center for water, wastewater, and energy technologies in Singapore that will focus on developing technologies in the field of water distribution, and water, and wastewater treatment

Atmospheric Water Generator Market Worth $8.9 Billion By 2027

The global atmospheric water generator market size is expected to reach USD 8.9 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 19.5%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing consumer demand for atmospheric water generator (AWG) in industrial and commercial applications is expected to drive the market.

Moreover, depleting freshwater reserves, particularly in Asia Pacific and Latin America region is anticipated to further propel market growth. Furthermore, various characteristics offered by AWGs such as high purity water output, and easy transport are expected to drive their demand in military applications over the forecast period.

Growing demand for AWGs to replace traditional supply units such as water pipelines, especially at industrial and commercial workplaces, is likely to open new avenues for the industry over the forecast period. However, high capital cost and energy consumption associated with the product are expected to hinder market growth.

The water output offered by AWGs primarily depends on the humidity and temperature of the surrounding environment, which affects the performance efficiency of the system. Product innovations to reduce the cost and improve its efficiency are expected to propel the AWG market over the forecast period.

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Further key findings from the study suggest:

Cooling condensation accounted for 98.9% revenue share in 2019 on account of its high output coupled with less complex mechanism when compared to wet desiccation technique
The residential application segment, in terms of revenue, is expected to witness a CAGR of 16.7% from 2020 to 2027 owing to rising disposable incomes coupled with product innovations is expected to drive the demand for AWGs in the segment
The product demand in Latin America, in terms of volume, is likely to witness a CAGR of 17.7% owing to depleting freshwater resources coupled with uneven geographical distribution of freshwater resources, and inadequate water supply infrastructure
The product demand in India is anticipated to reach USD 302.9 million by 2027 owing to the rapid industrial growth coupled with increasing construction and manufacturing activities in the country
In January 2020, Energy and Water Development Corp., (EAWD) sold its self-sufficient energy supply AWG system to a Mexican company engaged in manufacturing bottled water.

Craft Beer Market Size Worth $502.9 Billion By 2025

The global craft beer market size is expected to reach USD 502.9 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 19.9%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is expected to witness substantial growth over the forecast period on account of the rising demand for low alcohol by volume (ABV) and flavored beer.

The government in countries including Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, Mexico, China, and the UK are promoting the production of craft beer and incorporation of new breweries on account of the positive contribution of the industry towards economic development and employment generation coupled with the willingness of the consumer to pay extra for better tasting brews.

Australia, Belgium, Germany, U.S. and New Zealand are the major craft beer producing countries with over 65% of the overall production in terms of value as well as volume. Belgian is the most preferred beer among the major craft beer consuming countries owing to the premium quality, clean taste and rich flavor & aroma of the brews.

Furthermore, the number of brewers in the global market is growing significantly on account of the rising demand for the product. As a result, the demand for grains such as barley, wheat, yeast, sugar, and hops is increasing substantially. However, the alternative applications of the raw materials are expected to lower the bargaining power of the brewers.

The demand for the pale ale, IPA, and amber ale is growing as these three craft products are widely preferred by the consumers owing to the balanced composition of the raw materials in the product including malt, hops, water, and yeast.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

On-trade distribution of craft beer accounted for over 50% in 2015 of the overall volume share, which is primarily attributed to the high consumption of the product in restaurants, bars, and clubs in developed economies including UK, Australia, and Belgium
Off-trade distribution of the product is expected to witness significant growth in developing economies as the consumer spending power in these countries is low with high price of the product in on-trade distribution outlets as compared to its counterpart
Europe is expected to account for the largest market share in terms of volume owing to the high consumer preference for flavored beer over other alcoholic spirits. In addition, increasing demand for IPA and pale ale in the region is expected to have a positive impact on the craft beer market growth
Middle East & Africa is expected to grow at a CAGR of 28.9% owing to the increasing penetration in South Africa. The growing consumer awareness about the wide range of flavors and styles of the product is expected to be a crucial factor for market growth in the country
Key players in the craft beer industry include The Boston Beer Company, The Gambrinus Company, D.G. Yuengling and Son, Stone & Wood Brewing Co. and Chimay Beers and Cheeses. These major players compete on the basis of acquiring new markets and increasing their product portfolio.

Smartphone Screen Protector Market Worth $56.51 Billion By 2024

The global smartphone screen protector market size is expected to reach USD 56.51 billion by 2024, at a registering a CAGR of 6.8% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing demand for the product in premium devices such as iPhone 6, iPhone 6s and Samsung Galaxy Note series is expected to drive industry growth. In addition, repurchase of the screen protectors during the product life is expected to bolster demand.

Increasing smartphone sales primarily in the developing economies such as India and China are driven by improving spending abilities of the consumers is expected to drive industry growth. In addition, increasing demand for smartphones manufactured by Chinese vendors such as Xiaomi Inc. and Oppo Electronics Corp is expected to drive the product growth. Furthermore, the emergence of low-cost screen protector manufacturers, particularly in Asia Pacific is expected to drive the demand over the projected period.

Tempered glass emerged as the most prominent material used in manufacturing the product owing to superior risk mitigation properties. Also, the market is expected to witness increased internal substitution with consumers exhibiting high affinity towards the tempered glass screen protectors. Furthermore, superior adhesive characteristics coupled with declining prices of tempered glass screen protectors is expected to drive the demand for such screen protectors over the forecast period.

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Further key findings from the report suggest

PET segment is expected to witness decline at a rate of over (6.1%) over the forecast period. Increasing rejection of the PET products owing to limited screen protection coupled with easy discoloration is expected to drive the growth over the next eight years.
The >USD 700 application segment demand is anticipated to increase to over 475 million units by 2024 owing to growing demand for premium smartphones over the forecast period. In addition, rising concerns regarding the safety of high price smartphones are expected to drive the product growth.
U.S. is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 6.9% from 2016 to 2024 owing to increasing adoption of premium technology high price smartphones. Also, increasing demand for protective smartphone accessories coupled with high disposable income of the consumers is expected to translate into increased growth over the forecast period.
Key participants include Belkin International Inc., Bodyguardz, intelliArmor, Zagg Inc., Free S Speed International Co. Ltd, Jiizii Glass, Clarivue, FeYong Digital Technology Limited. Corning Inc., and AZ Infolink Pvt. Ltd.

Skin Care Products Market Worth $183.03 Billion By 2025

The global skin care products market size is projected to reach USD 183.03 billion by 2025 expanding at a CAGR of 4.4%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing demand for natural, herbal, and organic products that have no adverse effects is expected to boost the market growth over the forecast period. Skin care products include various synthetic and natural products, such as body lotions and face creams. Rising concerns regarding skin problems are also driving the skin care products industry.

Rising awareness about natural ingredients providing UV protection is also expected to fuel the market growth. With the rising geriatric population, demand for products with anti-aging properties is expected grow, thereby driving the overall market. Organic skin care product manufacturers focus more on the development of newer formulations targeted at fighting the effects of skin aging. Rising awareness about skin care has led to the inclusion of sun protection, anti-aging, and anti-wrinkle properties in skin care and makeup products.

Although, increased concerns regarding authenticity of products has been encouraging emerging manufacturers to enter the market; intense competition may pose a serious challenge to the market growth. High costs of organic and natural skin care products are also expected to hamper market growth over the next few years. However, increasing demand for organic body lotion products, especially in countries like Canada, India, and Mexico, on account of rising consumer awareness regarding benefits of natural ingredients like turmeric and neem is expected to have a positive impact on the market.

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Further key findings from the study suggest:

Favorable regulatory support in countries like India and Mexico encouraging investments at domestic level is expected to open new avenues for the market in future
Body lotion is anticipated to be the fastest-growing product segment at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2019 to 2025
Face cream segment led the global skin care products market in 2018 and is projected to expand further during the estimated period
The market is characterized by the presence of major companies, such as L’Oréal S.A, Unilever PLC, Beiseidorf AG, and Colgate Palmolive

Meat Substitutes Market Size Worth $5.81 Billion By 2022

The global meat substitutes market size is expected to reach USD 5.81 billion by 2022, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is expected to witness a healthy CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period. Growing preference for a vegan diet coupled with rising health awareness is expected to fuel market demand in the near future.

Soy-based meat substitutes led the global market in the past. Wheat-based raw materials are expected to register the highest CAGR from 2015 to 2022, followed by mycoprotein and soy-based meat substitutes. Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) is the most popular meat substitute, which led the market. However, wheat-based meat substitutes, such as seitan, are expected to experience the maximum CAGR through 2022.

Among the multiple applications, the seitan is presumed to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period. The Asia Pacific and Central & South America regions are slated to see strong demand over the next seven years. Europe has been the dominant market for meat substitutes and is presumed to maintain the trend over the forecast years.

On the other hand, regulations and directives related to meat substitute composition and specifications are anticipated to impact the market growth to some extent. Variations and complexities in the regional rules are presumed to have a negative impact on the global, as well as regional markets. However, regulations issued by agencies, such as FDA and FSIS, are anticipated to play a vital role in shaping the global meat substitutes market over the forecast period.

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Further key findings from the study suggest:

Europe emerged as the largest market and generated revenue of USD 1.40 billion in 2014. It is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 7.5% over the forecast period
Wheat-based protein is forecast to reach USD 308.3 million by 2022 with a CAGR of 9.9% from 2015 to 2022
Seitan is anticipated to emerge as the fastest-growing segment and is likely to register a CAGR of 10.2% over the forecast years
Industry rivalry is bound to remain medium over the forecast period owing to a handful of market participants. Some of the market participants are Amy’s Kitchen, Inc.; Beyond Meat; Vbites Foods Ltd.; Blue Chip Group; MorningStar Farms; Cauldron Foods; and MGP Ingredients, Inc.

Smart Card Materials Market Worth $1.29 Billion By 2025

The global smart card materials market size is expected to reach USD 1.29 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., progressing at a CAGR of 3.7% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for secure and reliable payment transactions is one of the primary growth stimulants for the market. In addition, cost saving schemes for merchants of payment brands and growing inclinations towards cashless payments are further stimulating the growth of the market.

Several materials, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), paper, PVC & ABS blends, holographic foil, teslin, and biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA), are used for manufacture of card body. In early days, the smart card industry used paper as one of the preferred materials for production. However, in the past few years, plastic materials have almost made paper materials obsolete.

Significant technological advancements, IT revolution, e-governance, and digitization happening across the world are leading to an increase in adoption of smart cards in various end-use sectors. These sectors include banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), healthcare, government, retail, telecommunication, and hospitality. A broad range of smart cards, including membership cards, government ID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, access cards, and debit/credit cards, is used in the aforementioned sectors.

Several factors such as personalization, selection of material, operational accuracy, data integrity, easy implementation, and top-level security are taken into consideration while manufacturing smart cards in order to fulfill requirements of end users. Manufacturing of smart cards can be distinguished based on application and technical/physical properties required.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

Polycarbonate is projected to emerge as the fastest growing material segment and is expected to register a CAGR of 4.4% between 2018 and 2025
The polyvinyl carbonate (PVC) segment will continue to be the largest material segment over the forecast period
The Asia Pacific market is projected to experience the fastest growth over the same period owing to rising demand from various application sectors, especially from telecommunication and BFSI.
Key players include SK Chemicals, KEM One, SABIC Innovative Plastics, 3A Composites GmbH, LG Chemicals, and Formosa Plastics Group.

APAC Metallic Stearate Market Worth $2.4 Billion By 2025

The Asia Pacific metallic stearate market size is projected to reach USD 2.4 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 6.5% over the forecast period. Rapid growth of key application industries, including plastics, rubber, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, in the region has resulted in increased product demand. This trend, most notably in the emerging economies such as Indonesia and Thailand, is expected to drive the market growth in Asia Pacific.

Metallic stearates are produced via a reaction between stearic acid and metal oxides. Stearic acid is primarily obtained from palm kernel oil. Major manufacturers of palm kernel oil have a strong presence in countries such as China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. Ambient weather conditions and soil characteristics in these countries favor the production of palm kernel oil. Moreover, growing industrialization and government expenditures on infrastructure development in these countries are expected to open new avenues for various end-use industries. This, in turn, is expected to benefit regional growth over the forecast period.

Various PVC applications, such as healthcare packaging, food packaging, bottles, tubes, footwear, flooring, pipes, and toys, require metallic stearates as a stabilizer. Furthermore, they act as a macromolecular binder and help decrease the softening temperature of PVC. Metallic stearates also function as a release agent. This is anticipated to boost product demand over the coming years. Metallic stearates also function as internal lubricants, which improves compatibility owing to the presence of polar groups.

Indonesia was the largest market for metallic stearates in 2017, and this trend is expected to continue over the forecast period. Robust industrial growth in this country is projected to drive demand for calcium stearate as it is used in building & construction applications as an efflorescence agent. In addition, the strong presence of international brands and growing focus of the regional government to expand manufacturing in the cosmetics industry are expected to fuel product demand in near future.

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Further key findings from the study suggest:

In terms of revenue, the value for zinc stearate in Asia Pacific is anticipated to reach USD 802.7 million by 2025 at a CAGR of 6.3%
Plastics formed the dominant segment, in terms of revenue, in 2017 with a market share of 31.7%. This growth was due to its ability to enable the processor to produce finished articles with lower friction and smoother surfaces while optimizing production
The Indonesia metallic stearate market is anticipated to exceed USD 160.7 million by 2025 owing to recent economic growth, which propelled the infrastructure, residential, and commercial building, and automotive sectors in the country
The market for metallic stearates is highly competitive due to the presence of a number of multinational companies with wide product portfolios
Companies are focusing on adding new products to their portfolio, which are tailored to meet specific requirements. For instance, in 2017, Valtris Specialty Chemicals, Inc. added a new product, Synpro Calcium Stearate, to its product portfolio