The hydroelectricity generation in France has shown variability from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, it stood at 56.15 TWh, marking a significant recovery with a year-on-year increase of 25.94%. However, the average variation per year, or CAGR, over the past five years remains negative at -2.56%. The data exhibits substantial fluctuations year-on-year, indicating sensitivity to external factors, likely climatic variations. The forecasted figures from 2024 to 2028 show stabilization around 56.16 TWh with minimal growth, highlighting a period of stagnancy with a forecasted CAGR of approximately 0%.
Future trends to watch:
- Impact of climate change on water availability.
- Technological advancements in hydroelectric power.
- Policy shifts toward renewable energy sources.
- Economic factors affecting energy demand and investment in hydroelectric infrastructure.