Within Europe, Norway remains the leading country in hydro power gross inland consumption, reaching a significant share of 26.64 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. Sweden and France follow, with shares of 12.53 and 11.22 respectively. Germany and Romania witness moderate usage levels, while countries like Estonia and Denmark show minimal usage. The last two years reveal a positive trend in countries like Finland and Slovakia, with increases of 2.09% and 3.73% respectively. Conversely, Ukraine and Albania face substantial declines at -9.71% and -3.61%. Over the past five years, there has been a pervasive yet uneven increase in hydro power consumption, hinting at regional policy impacts.
Future trends to monitor include further renewable energy integrations, advancements in hydroelectric technology, and potential shifts due to geopolitical factors. Efforts towards sustainability and carbon neutrality are expected to drive growth in hydro power consumption across Europe.
Top countries in Hydro Power Gross Inland Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 26.64 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 12.53 | 2023 | -0.043% | +1.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.22 | 2023 | +0.057% | -1.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.73 | 2023 | +0.45% | -0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.5 | 2023 | +0.26% | +1.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5.53 | 2023 | -0.37% | -2.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 3.52 | 2023 | -0.5% | +1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.05 | 2023 | +0.098% | -1.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2.75 | 2023 | +0.38% | +2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 2.68 | 2023 | +1.66% | +0.65% | View data |
