In 2023, European lignite extraction per capita varied significantly across countries. Serbia led with 5.49 metric tons per capita, followed by Bulgaria and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Germany saw a significant decline, decreasing by 13.55% from 2022, while Greece and Slovenia also experienced notable downturns. Conversely, Bosnia and Herzegovina grew by 1.75%. Over the past five years, regions generally showed a downward compound annual growth rate in lignite extraction, reflecting shifts in energy policies and economic factors.
Future trends to watch include the impact of stricter environmental regulations, a steady shift toward renewable energy, and changes in government policies, which are likely to drive continued reductions in lignite extraction across Europe.
Top countries in Lignite Domestic Extraction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 5.49 | 2023 | +0.091% | +0.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 4.37 | 2023 | +4.77% | +0.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.11 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 3.56 | 2023 | +4.25% | -0.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Macedonia | 2.06 | 2023 | -3.33% | -3.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 1.95 | 2023 | -7.24% | -10.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.37 | 2023 | -0.51% | -2.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 1.15 | 2023 | -3.51% | -5.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1.14 | 2023 | +6.17% | -1.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 0.97 | 2023 | -19% | -13.55% | View data |
