The data from 2023 shows Italy leading in Europe's natural gas electricity production share, followed by the United Kingdom and Spain. Spain experienced a significant 13.11% yearly increase, while Greece (10.73%) and Poland (7.04%) also showed notable growth. Conversely, Sweden (-6.34%) and Bosnia and Herzegovina (-5.34%) saw considerable declines. Over five years, Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Macedonia exhibited the highest compound annual growth rates, indicating robust developments in gas-based power production.
Future trends suggest that as Europe moves towards renewables, natural gas may serve as a transitional energy source. Monitoring shifts in policy, technological advancements, and geopolitical influences will be crucial in forecasting changes in natural gas electricity production across European countries.
Top countries in Natural Gas Gross Electricity Production Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 19.58 | 2023 | +2.43% | +3.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 17.24 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 13.91 | 2023 | +19.19% | +13.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 12.75 | 2023 | +1.7% | +3.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.62 | 2023 | +1.82% | +0.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.16 | 2023 | +2.85% | +5.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3.09 | 2023 | +2.78% | -0.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.04 | 2023 | +2.09% | +10.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 2.3 | 2023 | +5.68% | +7.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.12 | 2023 | +2.35% | +0.92% | View data |
