In 2023, Norway leads Europe in hydro power consumption at 12.27 Million Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent, followed by Sweden, France, and Italy. Norway shows modest growth at 0.53%, while Sweden and Austria exhibit positive trends above 1%. Conversely, France, Italy, and Spain experience slight declines. Central and Eastern European countries generally display varying levels with Czech Republic and Estonia notable for robust increases of 5.79% and 11.2%, respectively. Countries like Ukraine and Albania faced significant declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of climate policies on hydro power investments.
- Technological advancements in hydro infrastructure.
- Geopolitical factors influencing hydro power development, particularly in regions like Eastern Europe.
Top countries in Hydro Power Gross Inland Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 12,270 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 5,770 | 2023 | -0.043% | +1.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 5,170 | 2023 | +0.057% | -1.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4,020 | 2023 | +0.45% | -0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 3,460 | 2023 | +0.26% | +1.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2,550 | 2023 | -0.37% | -2.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 1,620 | 2023 | -0.5% | +1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1,400 | 2023 | +0.098% | -1.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 1,270 | 2023 | +0.38% | +2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 1,240 | 2023 | +1.66% | +0.65% | View data |
