The wind power gross electricity production in the Netherlands has significantly increased over the past decade, showcasing strong growth momentum. The actual values for wind power production have evolved from 484 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent in 2013 to 1960 thousand tonnes in 2023. Noteworthy year-on-year variations were observed, including peaks of 30.23% in 2015, 29.35% in 2017, and 32.76% in 2020, highlighting major expansions in capacity and output during these periods. The recent years maintained a positive growth trend with an average annual CAGR of 16.68% over the last five years. Growth rates between 2022 and 2023 stood at 12.63%. Forecasts indicate a continued upward trend, projecting an average annual growth of 6.8% through 2028, ultimately predicting the wind power production to reach 3030 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in wind turbine efficiency
- Expansion of offshore wind capacity
- Government policies and subsidies facilitating further growth
- Integration and stability measures in the electricity grid