In 2023, Germany led in primary solid biofuels energy availability, with France and Sweden following. Notably, the Netherlands recorded a substantial growth of 25.37% year-on-year, while Slovakia also experienced significant growth at 13.09%. In contrast, some countries, such as Belgium and Moldova, observed slight declines. Over the past five years, diverse annual growth rates have been evident across the continent, with significant developments in biofuel energy capabilities.
Future trends in European primary solid biofuels energy include:
- Continued emphasis on transitioning to renewable energy across the EU could boost biofuels' contribution.
- Technological advancements and policy support may catalyze increased biofuel production, particularly in countries currently experiencing rapid growth.
- Potential shifts in energy policy post-Brexit might affect the UK's position in biofuel utilization.
Top countries in Primary Solid Biofuels Gross Available Energy by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 168,050 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 125,410 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 119,780 | 2023 | +1.4% | +2.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 111,750 | 2023 | +4.19% | +4.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 111,520 | 2023 | +2.18% | +0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 110,810 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 105,940 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 62,440 | 2023 | +0.94% | +1.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 59,620 | 2023 | +1.11% | +2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 45,560 | 2023 | +3.07% | +5.62% | View data |
