In 2024, the Netherlands dominates the European electricity transmission sector by a substantial margin with 32.153 million hours worked, boosting its market share further with a 2.92% increase from 2023. Italy follows, although trailing significantly for the second spot with a modest 0.7% growth. Greece exhibited a notable surge, recording a 9.54% increase, while Latvia and Lithuania stood out with declines of -5.19% and -1.33%, respectively. Over the past five years, Greece has shown the strongest compound annual growth rate, hinting at a vibrant expansion within the industry.
Future trends to watch include increasing investments in smart grid technologies and energy-efficient transmission methods, potentially reshaping labor dynamics in the sector. The ongoing transition towards renewable energy sources could also increase demand for skilled workers across Europe, altering the regional distribution of hours worked.
Top countries in Electricity Transmission Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 32,153,000 | 2023 | +3.03% | +2.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 6,477,700 | 2023 | +1.84% | +0.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 5,572,200 | 2023 | +4.6% | +0.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 4,090,600 | 2023 | +8.33% | +9.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 3,138,300 | 2023 | +4.06% | +3.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3,032,400 | 2023 | +1.4% | +0.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2,226,800 | 2023 | +1.74% | +2.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 1,121,800 | 2023 | +26.78% | +1.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 730,140 | 2023 | -1.54% | -5.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 630,350 | 2023 | +1.47% | +1.83% | View data |
