In 2023, Norway led European hydro power production, emphasizing its dominance in this sector, followed by Sweden and France. Germany and Slovakia showed notable growth with annual increases of 1.33% and 3.83% respectively, while Ukraine and Croatia saw significant declines at -9.53% and -3.48%. Eastern European countries like Estonia displayed notable growth, albeit from a smaller base, highlighting potential. However, larger Western European countries saw modest or negative growth, reflecting mature markets.
Future trends to watch for European hydro power production include:
- Enhancements in technology, which could boost efficiency and capacity.
- Increasing interconnectedness between countries might optimize resource distribution.
- Potential climate impacts on water availability, affecting hydro power output stability.
Top countries in Hydro Power Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 515,410 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 239,200 | 2023 | -0.027% | +1.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 219,340 | 2023 | +0.44% | -1.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 171,880 | 2023 | +0.99% | -0.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 145,830 | 2023 | +0.46% | +1.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 105,810 | 2023 | -0.47% | -3.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 68,030 | 2023 | -0.77% | +1.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 58,640 | 2023 | +0.14% | -1.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 53,260 | 2023 | +0.36% | +1.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 50,690 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.38% | View data |
