The wind energy consumption in South Korea has demonstrated a steady upward trend from 2013 to 2023, starting at 0.011 Exajoules in 2013 and reaching 0.034 Exajoules in 2023. The year-on-year variations have fluctuated, with significant growth spurts such as 23.08% in 2016 and 31.25% in 2017, and more moderate increases in recent years, including 6.67% in 2022 and 6.25% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years up to 2023 has been 8.13%.
From 2024 onwards, the forecasted data suggests a continued but slightly more modest growth pattern, with an expected 5-year CAGR of 4.1% and an overall growth rate of 22.22% by 2028. Wind energy consumption is projected to rise to 0.044 Exajoules.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in wind technology, government policies favoring renewable energy, and potential economic factors influencing energy consumption patterns. Additionally, global environmental commitments and technological innovations could further drive wind energy uptake and efficiency in South Korea.