France remains the dominant leader in nuclear electricity production in Europe, with a substantial share of 44.88 GWh in 2023. However, it experienced a slight decrease of 0.92% year-over-year. Ukraine and Sweden follow, with minor declines of 1.47% and 0.61%, respectively. Spain and the Netherlands saw positive growth, with increases of 0.82% and 2.28%. Germany and the United Kingdom faced significant declines, at 2.67% and 3.49%, respectively. Other countries like Belgium and Slovakia showed positive trends, increasing by 4.27% and 1.31%.
Future trends to watch include the gradual shift towards renewable energy sources, which may result in further reductions in nuclear dependence across several countries. Countries like Belgium and the Netherlands are likely to continue exploring sustainable energy expansion, impacting nuclear energy dynamics in Europe. Monitoring policy changes and their impact on nuclear energy will also be crucial in understanding future trends.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production of Nuclear Heat Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 44.88 | 2023 | +1.46% | -0.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 8.92 | 2023 | +0.038% | -1.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 7.56 | 2023 | +5.77% | -0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 7.56 | 2023 | -1.39% | -2.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.51 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 6.2 | 2023 | -2.04% | -3.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.01 | 2023 | +2.46% | +4.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.56 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2.69 | 2023 | +0.22% | +0.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 1.92 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.87% | View data |
