In 2023, Germany led European households in solar thermal consumption with 31.37 TJ. Greece, Spain, and Italy displayed notable shares, while Poland’s consumption grew significantly by 13%, marking the highest growth rate. In contrast, Germany and the Netherlands saw slight declines. Over the last five years, the average growth per year was modest in most countries. The data suggests that countries with substantial sunlight, like Spain and Greece, continue to invest in solar thermal technologies, whereas others have seen slower adoption.
Future trends indicate a growing focus on sustainable energy across Europe, with expected advancements in solar thermal technology. Countries with rising growth rates, such as Spain and Hungary, may continue to increase their market share, driven by technological innovations and favorable policies. The decline in countries like Germany may stabilize as they move towards optimizing existing infrastructures.
Top countries in Households Final Consumption of Solar Thermal Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 31.37 | 2023 | +0.28% | -0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 13.2 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.96 | 2023 | +3.77% | +4.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.99 | 2023 | +4.79% | +5.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.55 | 2023 | +3.57% | +3.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 5.53 | 2023 | +2.41% | +3.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.05 | 2023 | +8% | +13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.92 | 2023 | +3.2% | +3.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 2.89 | 2023 | +2.09% | +1.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 1.71 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.97% | View data |
