Norway leads in European hydro power generation with a value of 515.41 thousand terajoules, followed by Sweden and France at 239.2 and 219.34 thousand terajoules respectively. The majority of countries, including Italy, Austria, Spain, and Germany, also contribute significantly. Notably, Ukraine and smaller nations like Luxembourg and Denmark, show minimal contributions to the total hydro power generation. The data indicates positive year-on-year growth for countries such as Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Estonia, while countries like Ukraine, Spain, and Albania have seen declines. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years shows slight fluctuations depending on the country, with different regions experiencing varied slopes of change.
Future trends to watch in European Hydro Power include:
- Impact of climate change on water availability affecting hydro power production.
- Investment in technology for efficient hydro power generation and maintenance.
- Fluctuating energy policies and their impact on hydro power priorities across European countries.
- Increased focus on renewable energy sources and the potential for hydro power to play a greater role in energy mixes.
- Geopolitical factors impacting energy infrastructure development and collaboration among European nations.
Top countries in Hydro Power Gross Available Energy by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 515,410 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 239,200 | 2023 | -0.027% | +1.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 219,340 | 2023 | +0.44% | -1.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 171,880 | 2023 | +0.99% | -0.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 145,830 | 2023 | +0.46% | +1.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 105,810 | 2023 | -0.47% | -3.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 68,030 | 2023 | -0.77% | +1.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 58,640 | 2023 | +0.14% | -1.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 53,260 | 2023 | +0.36% | +1.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 50,690 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.38% | View data |
