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A hydropower turbine is a device employed in hydroelectric power stations to convert the kinetic energy of water into the rotational energy of a shaft. This rotational energy is then harnessed to generate electricity. These turbines play a crucial role in the process of transforming water's motion into a sustainable source of renewable energy and are integral components of hydroelectric power stations.
The primary types of hydropower turbines include reactive, impulse, gravity, and others. A reactive turbine is designed to accelerate the working fluid, such as water or steam, through contraction in both the stationary nozzles and the rotor blades. Reactive turbines are categorized based on head types, including low head turbines (up to 30m), medium head turbines (30-300m), and high head turbines (above 300m). Installation formats vary, encompassing small turbines (up to 1MW), medium turbines (1MW-10MW), and large hydropower plants (above 10MW). These turbines find applications in power generation, power storage, marine, and aeronautics.
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The hydropower turbine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.04 billion in 2024 to $2.17 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to continued government support and policies, energy transition towards renewables, increased demand for clean energy, infrastructure investments and hydropower development, hydropower integration with energy storage.
The hydropower turbine market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.63 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to government incentives and policies, increasing demand for renewable energy, infrastructure development, cost competitiveness, reliable and baseload power generation. Major trends in the forecast period include product developments, technological advancements, hydropower-led rural electrification, hydropower retrofitting and upgrading.
The increasing usage of hydroelectricity is anticipated to drive the growth of the hydropower turbine market in the coming years. Hydroelectricity, generated by harnessing the energy of flowing or falling water, provides a stable and secure energy source with minimal greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to energy security. Hydropower turbines play a pivotal role in this process by converting the kinetic energy of flowing water into mechanical energy, which is further transformed into electrical energy by a generator. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), hydroelectricity generation saw a significant increase, climbing by over 70 TWh (2%) to reach 4,300 TWh globally in 2022. In Europe alone, there was a change in hydropower output of 58 TWh in 2023, marking a percentage change of 10.3%. This surge in hydroelectricity usage is a key driver propelling the hydropower turbine market.
Leading companies in the hydropower turbine market are strategically focusing on technological advancements in turbine technology to strengthen their product offerings and market position. Notably, VerdErg Renewable Energy Ltd., a UK-based company specializing in hydropower technologies, introduced VETT-in-a-Box in February 2022. This plug-and-play micro hydropower system is designed for easy installation and can generate power from small rivers, wastewater outflows, lock gates, or canals with a head drop of just two meters. VETT-in-a-Box serves as a comprehensive small hydropower system enclosed in a transportable container, making it simple to install and operate. The system leverages VerdErg's unique venturi technology to reach ultra-low-head areas and aims to reduce production and installation costs through standardized components. This innovative solution is intended to address energy needs in remote, off-grid locations worldwide and replace diesel-powered generators.
In March 2022, Aker Solutions ASA, a Norway-based manufacturing company specializing in hydropower turbines, acquired Rainpower AS for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition is aligned with Aker Solutions' commitment to enhancing its position in the renewable energy sector and supports its long-term growth targets. Rainpower AS, based in Norway, is engaged in the development, design, manufacture, and sale of equipment for hydropower electricity generation.
Major companies operating in the hydropower turbine market are General Electric, Toshiba Corporation, Andritz AG, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., Dongfang Electric Corporation Ltd., Voith Group, Harbin Electric Corporation, Ansaldo Energia SpA, UCM Resita SA, Gammon India Ltd., IMPSA SA, Tyazhmash AO, Azad Engineering Company, Gilbert Gilkes and Gordon Ltd., MAX-tec Wasserkraft AG, Wasserkraft Volk AG, HS Dynamic Energy Co.Ltd., Addnew Technologies Limited, Alps Power Technologies (P) Limited, Entec AG, Derwent Hydro, Evans Engineering Ltd., Heidra Ltd., Zhefu Holding Group Co Ltd., and ProViento S.A.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the hydropower turbine market in 2024. The regions covered in the hydropower turbine market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the hydropower turbine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The hydropower turbine market consists of sales of francis turbines, pelton turbines, kaplan turbines, deriaz turbines, jonval turbines, screw turbines, and barkh turbines. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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