Global Hydroelectric Energy Change

The dataset provides time-series data representing the year-to-year growth rate of hydroelectric energy generation for various countries and geographic entities. Each record corresponds to a specific entity and year, with the associated percentage growth in hydroelectric production. The dataset enables longitudinal analysis of renewable energy development and regional energy production trends.

Data Quality

The dataset is generally well structured with consistent formatting. The 'Code' column contains missing values for some entities, but the primary fields such as entity name, year, and hydroelectric growth values are complete. Numeric fields appear consistently formatted and suitable for time-series analysis.

Use Cases

Energy policy analysis, renewable energy growth trend analysis, regional energy development studies, sustainability research, forecasting renewable energy capacity growth, and academic research on global energy transitions.

Limitations

Some entities lack standardized country codes, which may limit interoperability with other datasets. The dataset only includes percentage growth values without providing absolute production figures, installed capacity, or other contextual energy indicators.

Methodology

The dataset appears to be compiled from international energy statistics sources that track hydroelectric generation. Growth rates are likely calculated by comparing annual production values and expressing the change as a percentage increase or decrease relative to the previous year.