In 2023, Germany led the primary solid biofuels gross available energy share in Europe, followed closely by France and Sweden. Notable growth was observed in countries like the Czech Republic and the Netherlands, while countries such as Hungary, Belgium, Greece, and Moldova saw a decline in biofuels' energy share. Iceland experienced a significant decrease in this share.
Future trends to watch in 2024 include potential increases in biofuels' role in energy strategies, with particular growth anticipated in the Netherlands and Slovakia, driven by policy incentives and technological advancements in bioenergy. Conversely, countries with declining shares may reassess their renewable energy policies.
Top countries in Primary Solid Biofuels Gross Available Energy Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 11.41 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 8.51 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 8.13 | 2023 | +1.14% | +1.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 7.59 | 2023 | +4.19% | +4.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.57 | 2023 | +2.18% | +0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 7.52 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 7.19 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.24 | 2023 | +0.94% | +1.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.05 | 2023 | +1.11% | +2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 3.09 | 2023 | +3.07% | +5.62% | View data |
