Germany leads European solar photovoltaic production at 4.45 million tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024, growing by 3.56% over the last year. Spain and the Netherlands showed significant gains, with Spain increasing by 33.8% and the Netherlands by 36.08%. Ukraine and Poland saw remarkable growth of 68.64% and 92.09%, respectively. Countries like Albania and Norway drastically improved their output, with Albania experiencing 109.32% growth and Norway jumping by 167.42%. Romania slightly declined at -1.29%, while other countries demonstrated positive trends, albeit at varying rates.
Future trends to watch include continued investment in renewable technology advancements, potentially increasing efficiency and output. Coal transitions in regions like Eastern Europe could accelerate solar adoption, while government policies and international collaborations will likely have a pivotal role in shaping this sector's trajectory across Europe.
Top countries in Solar Photovoltaic Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,450 | 2023 | +1.98% | +3.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 2,900 | 2023 | +20.82% | +33.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,220 | 2023 | +1.39% | +2.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,690 | 2023 | +11.03% | +12.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 1,490 | 2023 | +20.03% | +36.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 1,420 | 2023 | +5.28% | +5.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 1,290 | 2023 | +24.93% | +68.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 675.66 | 2023 | +33.16% | +92.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 561.56 | 2023 | +6.96% | +10.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 554.6 | 2023 | +25.82% | +59.29% | View data |
