Norway leads Europe's hydroelectricity production, followed by Sweden and France. While Norway and Austria saw growth in 2023, France, Spain, and Ukraine experienced declines. Slovakia and the Czech Republic showed significant positive year-on-year growth. Despite varied performances across countries, the collective 5-year CAGR indicates moderate expansion in several nations, although geopolitical and environmental factors may influence fluctuations.
Future trends to observe include increasing renewable investments in Eastern Europe, potential regulatory shifts in environmental policies, and the continued impact of climate change on hydroelectric potential. Innovations in energy storage and grid management can also play crucial roles in optimizing hydro power utilization across Europe.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Hydro Power by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 143,160 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 65,120 | 2023 | -0.15% | +0.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 65,010 | 2023 | +0.1% | -1.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 49,070 | 2023 | +0.37% | -0.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 45,910 | 2023 | +0.96% | +2.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 32,620 | 2023 | -0.55% | -2.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 24,590 | 2023 | -0.82% | +0.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 16,260 | 2023 | -0.3% | -2.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 14,640 | 2023 | +0.36% | +1.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 13,870 | 2023 | +1.67% | +0.076% | View data |
