In 2023, Slovenia led European water abstraction for hydroelectricity with 46.71 thousand cubic meters per capita. This was followed by Serbia (23.68), France (13.15), and Croatia (11.94). Bulgaria, Lithuania, and Spain trailed significantly. Over the past year, Lithuania experienced the highest increase at 6.83%, while Spain saw the steepest decline at -9.63%. France and Slovenia also saw positive growth at 1.98% and 1.02%, respectively. Conversely, Bulgaria had a notable decrease of -5.86%. The five-year CAGR indicates varied growth rates across these nations.
Future trends to watch:
- Technological advancements in hydroelectricity impacting water usage efficiency.
- Effects of climate change on water resources variability across Europe.
- Policy shifts towards renewable energy and their impact on hydroelectric power generation.
- Investment in infrastructure aimed at optimizing water management for energy purposes.
Top countries in Water Abstraction for Hydroelectricity Generation by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Cubic Meters Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovenia | 46,710 | 2023 | +0.66% | +1.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Serbia | 23,680 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13,150 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 11,940 | 2023 | +1.47% | +0.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 2,740 | 2023 | +2.45% | -5.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 1,120 | 2023 | +2.63% | +6.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 66.97 | 2023 | -7.97% | -9.63% | View data |
