In 2023, the hydro power gross electricity production in the UK was observed at a value that led into the forecasted data from 2024 onwards. The forecast shows a slight year-on-year decline in production from 2024 to 2028, with production falling from 7.69 to 7.55 thousand GWh, indicating a steady but modest decrease over this period.
- 2024: 7.69
- 2025: 7.65
- 2026: 7.62
- 2027: 7.59
- 2028: 7.55
This downward trend suggests a delicate need for innovation or enhancement in the sector's efficiency or capacity expansion if it is to maintain or grow its contribution to the UK's overall energy mix.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in hydroelectric technology, policy changes that might influence energy production methods, and the integration of hydro power with other renewable sources to strengthen energy resilience and sustainability in the UK.
