The European gross electricity production from lignite in 2023 showed significant variability among countries. Germany led with the highest production, despite a 5.13% decline from the previous year. Poland and Greece also experienced notable reductions of 8.18% and 19.32%, respectively. Conversely, some countries, like Macedonia and Kosovo, saw increases of 3.14% and 2.31%. Over the last five years, countries have exhibited a mixed trend, with some showing a consistent decrease due to energy transition policies and others maintaining or slight increases.
Future trends in European lignite-based electricity production will likely focus on a gradual decline. This is driven by the EU's renewable energy targets and national policies prioritizing alternative energy sources, with a push towards natural gas and renewables. Monitoring policy changes, infrastructure investment, and regional cooperation will be key to understanding these trends.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 9,520 | 2023 | +3.43% | -5.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 3,050 | 2023 | +3.66% | -1.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 2,770 | 2023 | -5.77% | -8.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 2,200 | 2023 | -0.38% | +0.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1,580 | 2023 | +5.66% | +0.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 1,090 | 2023 | +4.66% | -3.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 984.96 | 2023 | +0.06% | -1.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Kosovo | 539.8 | 2023 | +0.72% | +2.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 505.25 | 2023 | -22.36% | -19.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 359.97 | 2023 | +0.0036% | -0.13% | View data |
