The hydro power electricity production capacity in Austria has shown a steady increase from 2013 to 2023, achieving a value of 9.09 Thousand Megawatts in 2023. Historical year-on-year variations indicate moderate but steady growth, reflected by fluctuations such as the peak growth of 4.06% in 2018 and minor decline of -0.23% in 2020. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at 0.53%, showcasing limited but consistent increments.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict a continuing upward trend, with production capacity expected to reach 9.34 Thousand Megawatts by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR is 0.43%, translating into a cumulative growth rate of 2.18% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include potential advancements in hydro power technology, governmental policies on renewable energy, and environmental impacts that might affect water resources and subsequently power generation capacities.
