The European solar thermal sector saw significant variability in 2023, with Spain leading at 53.69 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. Spain showed a moderate growth of 4.3%, reflecting its robust solar adoption. Poland and Romania exhibited the highest growth rates, with increases of 11.75% and 11.24% respectively, indicating strong emerging markets. Conversely, countries like Germany and Austria saw slight declines, highlighting potential market saturation or shifting energy strategies.
Future trends suggest continuous growth in regions with untapped solar potential and technological advancements. Investments in energy efficiency and policy support across Europe are likely to bolster solar thermal energy contributions, especially in Eastern European countries.
Top countries in Solar Thermal Gross Available Energy Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 53.69 | 2023 | +5.63% | +4.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14.92 | 2023 | +0.28% | -0.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 6.27 | 2023 | +2.35% | +2.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.17 | 2023 | +3.18% | +3.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.19 | 2023 | +2.6% | +3.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 3.43 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2.24 | 2023 | +3.59% | +3.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 1.95 | 2023 | +7.58% | +11.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 1.54 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 1.25 | 2023 | -5.21% | -0.74% | View data |
