In 2024, Germany leads Europe's lignite electricity production at 9.58 million tonnes of oil equivalent, though it faced a 5.01% decline from 2023. Poland follows with 3.96, decreasing by 1.38%. The Czech Republic (3.05) and Serbia (2.09) also saw minor reductions. Bulgaria's output grew by 0.73%, while Romania fell by 4.25%. Greece dropped significantly by 13.49%, contrasting with Macedonia's 3.08% growth. Smaller producers like Kosovo and Montenegro experienced modest increases, while Hungary's output fell 10.19%.
Future trends may include continued reliance on lignite in countries with extensive reserves, though environmental shifts could drive transitions toward cleaner energy. Contrast trends between emerging renewables and traditional lignite industries should be monitored, especially in Germany and Poland.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Electricity Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 9,580 | 2023 | +3.41% | -5.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 3,960 | 2023 | -0.19% | -1.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 3,050 | 2023 | +3.66% | -1.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 2,090 | 2023 | -1.15% | -0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1,570 | 2023 | +5.68% | +0.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 1,070 | 2023 | +2.13% | -4.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1,010 | 2023 | +0.15% | -1.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 715.9 | 2023 | -15.19% | -13.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 545.81 | 2023 | +0.81% | +2.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 334.83 | 2023 | +0.0039% | -1.56% | View data |
