In 2023, France led European nuclear heat production, followed by Ukraine and Germany. France had a slight decrease of 0.89%, while Ukraine and Germany saw declines of 1.35% and 2.66%, respectively. In contrast, Spain and Belgium showed positive growth, with Belgium experiencing the highest increase at 4.76%. Other countries like the Netherlands and Slovakia also grew, albeit modestly, at 2.27% and 1.81%, respectively. The five-year compound annual growth rate provides a mixed outlook for nuclear heat production, reflecting both technological advancements and political and environmental influences.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increases in nuclear capacity in nations pursuing energy independence.
- Shifts toward renewable energy sources might reduce nuclear production in environmentally focused countries.
- The geopolitical landscape, particularly in light of events in Ukraine, will be a significant factor in future trends.
- Technological advancements in nuclear energy, such as small modular reactors, could impact production values.
Top countries in Nuclear Heat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 102,930 | 2023 | +1.51% | -0.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 20,800 | 2023 | +0.23% | -1.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 17,100 | 2023 | -1.39% | -2.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 16,450 | 2023 | +5.8% | -0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 14,990 | 2023 | +0.19% | +0.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 12,390 | 2023 | -2.13% | -2.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 8,780 | 2023 | +2.79% | +4.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 7,820 | 2023 | +1.15% | +0.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 5,610 | 2023 | +0.012% | +0.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 4,350 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.87% | View data |
