The gross electricity production from hydropower in the UK is forecasted to decline slightly each year from 2024 to 2028, starting at 660.91 in 2024 and decreasing to 649.47 by 2028, measured in thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. In 2023, the production was slightly above the forecasted level for 2024. This equates to a consistent year-on-year reduction of about 0.5% as indicated by the values. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects a modest downtrend. The primary observation is a gradual decline in hydroelectric production capacity in the UK.
Future trends to watch for include potential technological advances that could enhance the efficiency of existing hydro plants, policy changes aimed at increasing renewable energy adoption, and climate impacts that could affect water availability for hydroelectric power generation.
