In 2024, Austria leads the European solar thermal energy consumption for commercial and public services with 18.61 terajoules, followed by Spain (13.8 TJ) and Portugal (13.16 TJ). Noteworthy trends include significant growth in countries like Bulgaria and the UK, which increased by 4.77% and 6.13% respectively in 2023. Despite Spain and Austria's leading positions, they experienced minor declines in the same year. Over a five-year period, Portugal and Croatia have shown positive growth trends, while Poland saw a decrease. Emerging solar thermal markets in this sector include Bulgaria, Croatia, and the UK.
Looking ahead, the European solar thermal market for commercial and public services may experience varied growth dynamics. Countries such as Portugal, Bulgaria, and Croatia could continue expanding due to favorable policies and investments, aiming for more sustainable energy solutions. Monitoring these policies and technological advancements will be key in assessing future developments in energy distribution within Europe, especially concerning renewable energy adoption and infrastructure improvements.
Top countries in Solar Thermal Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 18.61 | 2023 | +2.4% | -0.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.8 | 2023 | -1.14% | -0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 13.16 | 2023 | +3.11% | +3.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 12.93 | 2023 | -0.11% | +0.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 9.2 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 6.6 | 2023 | +5.82% | +6.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 5.34 | 2023 | +3.8% | +4.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.28 | 2023 | +1.2% | +2.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 3.47 | 2023 | +2.42% | +1.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3.39 | 2023 | +2.15% | +2.48% | View data |
