The mixed hydro power electricity production capacity in Austria stood at 5.89 thousand megawatts in 2023, reflecting a steady annual increase since 2013. The period from 2013 to 2023 saw a consistent upward trend with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stabilizing around 1.72%. The most notable increases in capacity occurred in 2016 and 2022, indicating potential phases of infrastructure investment or technological advancements. The year-on-year growth rate over the last two years was approximately 1.13%, highlighting continued, albeit modest, expansion.
Looking ahead from 2024 to 2028, the forecasted CAGR for mixed hydro power electricity production is 0.84%, with an anticipated growth rate of 4.27% over this period. This suggests a stable but slow growth trajectory. Future trends to watch include advancements in hydro power technology, legislative changes affecting renewable energy incentives, and potential impacts of climate change on water resources, all of which could influence production capacities.
