Germany's hydro power production is forecasted to decrease slightly year-on-year from 2024 to 2028. The production value in 2023 stood at 18.89 Thousand Gigawatthours. Compared to 2023, the production value in 2024 is anticipated to drop by approximately 0.74%. This downward trend continues with a further 0.75% decline in 2025, a 0.81% decrease in 2026, a 0.76% reduction in 2027, and a 0.77% fall in 2028. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is predicted to be around -0.76%, indicating a consistent but slight decline in production.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of climate change on water availability, technological advancements improving hydro power efficiency, and changes in government policies promoting renewable energy sources which could influence hydro power production levels.
