Between 2013 and 2023, the gross electricity production from hydropower in the Netherlands experienced significant fluctuation. The highest production was recorded in 2013 with 114.31 GWh and the lowest in 2020 with 46.07 GWh. Starting at 88.23 GWh in 2023, current forecasts show a slight decline to 85.89 GWh by 2028. The year-on-year growth for 2023 was 7.62%, while the 5-year CAGR (2018-2023) stands at 4.05%.
Future trends to watch include:
- A moderate decline in hydropower production with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.43%.
- Technological advancements and policy changes might positively impact hydroelectric generation.
- Climate factors, such as precipitation patterns, could influence annual production levels.