The 2023 data on European gross electricity production from solid fossil fuels highlights a decline in most countries. Poland leads in production but faced a 6.09% drop, while Germany's production decreased by 20.15%. The Czech Republic saw a slight reduction of 1.73%, and Ukraine decreased by 5.8%. Among smaller contributors, Serbia and Kosovo stood out with growth rates of 0.36% and 3.88% respectively. Significant declines were observed in countries like Spain (-18.5%) and Italy (-32.75%). The shift away from solid fossil fuels is clear across much of Europe, emphasizing a trend towards cleaner energy sources.
Future trends to watch include:
- Policy-driven adaptations towards renewable energy.
- Technological advancements that may further reduce reliance on solid fossil fuels.
- The impact of geopolitical factors, especially considering countries like Ukraine.
- Overall regulatory pressure that might expedite coal phase-out across Europe.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Solid Fossil Fuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 343,370 | 2023 | -3.96% | -6.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 278,880 | 2023 | -28.82% | -20.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 135,960 | 2023 | +3.39% | -1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 127,380 | 2023 | -5.38% | -5.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 91,690 | 2023 | -0.4% | +0.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 65,090 | 2023 | +13.54% | -8.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 61,720 | 2023 | +3.08% | -1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 48,340 | 2023 | +2.13% | -18.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 46,950 | 2023 | +5.11% | -3.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 41,240 | 2023 | +0.06% | -1.63% | View data |