In 2023, Germany led European lignite domestic extraction, accounting for the largest share. Other significant contributors included Poland, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Bulgaria. Notably, Germany saw an 8.47% year-on-year decline, whereas Serbia experienced a slight increase of 0.35%. Other countries such as Greece and Hungary faced decreases over the same period. Collectively, the five-year compound annual growth rate indicated a broader declining trend for most nations, reflecting shifting energy policies and reduced reliance on lignite.
Future trends to watch include continued shifts toward renewable energy sources across Europe, regulatory changes, and technological advancements that could further impact lignite extraction levels.
Top countries in Lignite Domestic Extraction Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 32.4 | 2023 | -6.92% | -8.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 15.81 | 2023 | -0.22% | -2.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 11.63 | 2023 | +0.079% | +0.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 10.89 | 2023 | +2.13% | -1.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 8.88 | 2023 | +3.65% | -0.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 6.26 | 2023 | +3.18% | -2.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 6.16 | 2023 | -8.15% | -11.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3.67 | 2023 | -3.07% | -2.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1.97 | 2023 | -1.8% | -3.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 1.23 | 2023 | -3.51% | -4.12% | View data |
