In 2023, Germany led Europe in Solar Photovoltaic Gross Electricity Production with 22.58 TJ, followed by Spain (14.97 TJ) and Italy (11.24 TJ). High year-on-year growth was noted in countries like Poland (91.89%), Estonia (81.41%), and Ukraine (68.39%). Minor gains were recorded in Romania (0.38%) and Czech Republic (0.54%). Estonia and Norway stood out with substantial growth of 81.41% and 167.36% respectively, highlighting robust expansion. Nordic and Eastern European countries, including Finland and Latvia, are also demonstrating substantial jumps in solar PV contributions, with Finland growing by 38.17% and Latvia by 52.98%.
Looking towards the future, increased adoption of solar PV technology in Eastern Europe and the Baltics is expected. Continued growth in renewables, driven by ambitious green energy targets and technological advancements, will likely keep solar PV growth rates high across Europe. Key focal points will be developments in Poland, Ukraine, and Scandinavia, where significant investments and policy shifts are poised to drive robust expansion.
Top countries in Solar Photovoltaic Gross Electricity Production Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.58 | 2023 | +1.94% | +3.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14.97 | 2023 | +21.85% | +34.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.24 | 2023 | +1.36% | +2.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.57 | 2023 | +10.96% | +12.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.55 | 2023 | +19.98% | +36.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 7.2 | 2023 | +5.28% | +5.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 6.5 | 2023 | +24.64% | +68.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.41 | 2023 | +32.87% | +91.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.94 | 2023 | +8.83% | +11.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.8 | 2023 | +25.56% | +59.15% | View data |