Pure hydro power electricity production capacities in Belgium have shown fluctuations over the past decade. In 2013, the capacity stood at 119 MW and decreased to 110.5 MW in 2023. During this period, the capacity experienced both increases and decreases, with the most noteworthy drop occurring between 2015 and 2016. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) was negative until 2020, after which it started showing modest positive growth. In 2023, the capacity was relatively stable at 110.5 MW, a slight increase from 2022. Forecasts for the next five years indicate a very modest upward trend with a CAGR of 0.11%, reaching 111.3 MW by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in hydro power efficiency.
- Policy changes that might affect renewable energy investment.
- Integration of hybrid systems combining hydro with other renewable sources.
