Which Countries Use Hydroelectricity?

World Distribution of Hydropower
Hydropower represents about 17% (International Energy Agency) of total electricity production. China is the largest producer of hydroelectricity, followed by Canada, Brazil, and the United States (Source: Energy Information Administration).

What are the top 3 countries using hydroelectric power?

The top three is completed by Canada, which produces 376.7 billion kilowatt hours a year. Alongside the United States, in fourth, there are also places for Norway, Sweden, India, Venezuela and Japan, showing the geographical dispersion of hydroelectric power production. Which countries will be 100% renewable by 2030?

What countries use hydropower?

World Distribution of Hydropower

Hydropower represents about 17% (International Energy Agency) of total electricity production. China is the largest producer of hydroelectricity, followed by Canada, Brazil, and the United States (Source: Energy Information Administration).

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.