In 2023, Germany led European lignite gross electricity production with 108.57 TWh, experiencing a 5.5% year-on-year decrease. Poland and the Czech Republic followed with 46.28 TWh and 35.49 TWh, showing slight declines of 1.27% and 1.21%, respectively. Smaller contributors like Kosovo and Macedonia saw increases, with 3.56% in Kosovo and 1.35% in Macedonia. Greece and Hungary recorded significant reductions, with respective drops of 13.49% and 12.81%.
Looking forward, European lignite production may face further reductions due to stricter environmental regulations and a shift towards renewable energy sources. Countries may invest in cleaner technologies and diversify energy sources to meet sustainability goals.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Electricity Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 108,570 | 2023 | +2.08% | -5.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 46,280 | 2023 | +0.078% | -1.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 35,490 | 2023 | +3.69% | -1.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 24,310 | 2023 | -1.35% | -0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 18,080 | 2023 | +5.33% | +0.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 13,480 | 2023 | +7.24% | -2.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 11,220 | 2023 | +0.16% | -1.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 8,330 | 2023 | -15.19% | -13.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 6,670 | 2023 | +2.05% | +3.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 3,780 | 2023 | -0.94% | -2.16% | View data |
