Germany remains the leader in European lignite production with 35.64 thousand metric tons, despite a 5.87% decline in 2023. Poland follows, contributing 14.83 thousand metric tons but also experienced a 2.69% decrease. Serbia, though much smaller in scale at 11.13, showed stability with a small 0.61% increase in production. Greece noted a significant drop of 10.9%, pointing towards an overall regional trend of diminishing lignite production.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Continued declines are expected due to environmental pressures and policy shifts towards renewable energy.
- Countries may accelerate transitioning plans away from lignite, focusing on cleaner energy sources.
- This shift may create economic adjustments, especially for nations heavily dependent on lignite production.
Top countries in Surface Production of Lignite Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 35.64 | 2023 | -1.56% | -5.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 14.83 | 2023 | -1.18% | -2.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 11.13 | 2023 | +2.74% | +0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 10.37 | 2023 | +2.28% | -1.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 8.84 | 2023 | +4.59% | +0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 6.17 | 2023 | +6.67% | -1.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 5.94 | 2023 | -7.56% | -10.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3.48 | 2023 | +1.47% | -0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1.93 | 2023 | -0.7% | -3.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 1.18 | 2023 | -3.7% | -3.88% | View data |
