Environmental Sensor Market Report 2025

The environmental sensor market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.92 billion in 2024 to $2.1 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrialization, increasing environmental awareness, stringent environmental regulations, government initiatives for pollution control, rising concerns about climate change.

The environmental sensor market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.22 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of wireless sensor networks, expansion of smart city initiatives, emphasis on sustainable development, rising demand for real-time environmental monitoring, investments in environmental sensor research and development. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of ai and machine learning in sensor data analysis, growth of wearable environmental sensors, increasing use of drone-based environmental monitoring, development of low-cost sensor solutions, focus on sensor data interoperability.

The rapid integration of smart cities is poised to accelerate the growth of the environmental sensor market in the coming years. Smart cities, characterized by technologically advanced urban areas, utilize information and communication technology (ICT) to enhance operational efficiency, communicate information to the public, and improve public services and citizen well-being. Various environmental sensors are deployed in smart cities to gather electronic data on infrastructure and people, such as smart transportation systems offering traffic information and automatically processing toll payments, and smart energy systems minimizing downtime and damage to the electric grid. For example, as per the IMD Smart City Index (SCI) Report 2023 published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), the number of smart cities increased from 118 to 141 in 2021, marking a 20% growth since 2019. Consequently, the swift adoption of smart cities propels the environmental sensor market's growth.

The rising demand in the automotive industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the environmental sensor market in the future. The automotive industry encompasses activities related to the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles. Environmental sensors play a crucial role in the automotive sector, contributing to safety, efficiency, and comfort by providing essential data for various vehicle systems and features. For instance, data from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System reveals that total vehicle production in the United States increased to 11.77 million units in July 2023, up from 10.91 million units in June 2023. Consequently, the increasing demand in the automotive industry acts as a driving force for the growth of the environmental sensor market.

Product innovation stands out as a prominent trend gaining traction in the environmental sensor market. Leading companies in the environmental sensor sector are actively engaged in the development of new and enhanced products, incorporating additional features to bolster their market position. A case in point is Zebra Technologies Corporation, a US-based mobile computing company specializing in real-time sensing, analysis, and action. In April 2023, the company introduced a new line of environmental sensors, including the ZS300 sensor, ZB200 bridge, and the Android Sensor Discovery app. This innovative range aims to enhance visibility in sectors such as food, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, with the ZB200 bridge facilitating seamless data transfer from multiple Zebra electronic sensors to the cloud for immediate access.

Major companies in the environmental sensor market are focusing on technological advancements, such as advanced sensing devices, to enhance real-time monitoring and data accuracy for better environmental management and decision-making. These sophisticated instruments are designed to detect and measure various environmental parameters, including temperature, humidity, and air quality. By utilizing technologies like microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and artificial intelligence, these devices provide accurate, real-time data for improved monitoring and analysis. For example, in April 2024, Advantech Co., Ltd., a China-based computer manufacturing company, launched the EVA-2000 Series Wireless LoRaWAN Technology Sensors. These sensors offer significant advantages for precision environmental monitoring, using low-power, long-range LoRaWAN technology to enable efficient data transmission over extensive distances. Their double 3.6V Li-ion batteries ensure exceptional battery life. This series not only simplifies integration with existing systems but also supports scalable deployments, making it a cost-effective solution for various industrial applications.

In December 2022, Interlink Electronics Inc., a US-based computer hardware and technology company, completed the acquisition of the businesses of SPEC Sensors and KWJ Engineering for $2 million. This strategic move positions Interlink to expand its product offerings and resources in the US market. The acquisition also brings in valuable engineering expertise and patented technology in gas and environmental air quality sensors. SPEC Sensors LLC, a US-based high-performance gas sensor manufacturer, offers accurate measurements of pollutant gases, while KWJ Engineering Inc., also based in the US, specializes in gas, air, and environmental sensors for detecting and monitoring various gases and environmental pollutants.

Major companies operating in the environmental sensor market include Siemens AG, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Texas Instruments Incorporated, Emerson Electric Co., TE Connectivity, Microelectronics N.V., Infineon Technologies AG, Amphenol Corporation, Renesas Electronics Corporation, Omron Corporation, Ams OSRAM AG, Horiba Group, Sick AG, Sensirion AG, RioT Technology Corp., Figaro Engineering Inc., Omega Engineering Inc., Bosch Sensortec GmbH, Eurotech SpA., Raritan, Eko Instruments BV, Avtech Software Inc., Breeze Technologies, Elichens, NuWave Sensor, Nesa Srl., Apogee Instruments Inc., Aeroqual Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the environmental sensor market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the environmental sensor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the environmental sensor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Environmental sensors are devices designed to monitor the surrounding environment and furnish real-time data encompassing factors such as temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, and rainfall. These sensors play a pivotal role in capturing, storing, analyzing, and precisely measuring crucial environmental data through the utilization of Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) software.

The primary categories of environmental sensors include temperature, humidity, air quality, water quality, integrated, gas, chemicals, smoke, ultraviolet (UV), and soil moisture sensors. For instance, temperature sensors such as thermocouples are incorporated in the environmental sensor market to gauge temperature by assessing variations in electrical current resistance. These sensors find applications across diverse sectors such as smart home automation, factory automation, smart cities, automotive powertrain systems, energy harvesting, and more, catering to industrial, residential, commercial, automotive, government and public utilities, and various other end-users.

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The environmental sensors market consists of sales of rainfall sensors, light sensors, wind speed sensors, direction sensors, gypsum blocks, tension meters, capacitance, volumetric, and neutron probes. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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