In 2023, Germany led the production of brown coal with 122.84 million metric tons, followed by Poland (51.1 MMT) and Serbia (38.37 MMT). YoY variations highlight a decrease in key countries: Germany (-5.87%) and Poland (-2.69%). Conversely, Serbia registered a modest increase (0.51%). Overall trends indicate a gradual decline in production, with Greece experiencing the highest drop (-10.9%). Future trends to watch include the EU's decarbonization policies and investments in renewable energy, which are likely to further impact brown coal production, pushing countries towards sustainable alternatives.
Top countries in Surface Production of Brown Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 122,840 | 2023 | -1.56% | -5.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 51,100 | 2023 | -1.18% | -2.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 38,370 | 2023 | +2.64% | +0.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 36,390 | 2023 | +3.23% | -1.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 30,480 | 2023 | +4.59% | +0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 21,250 | 2023 | +6.67% | -1.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 20,490 | 2023 | -7.56% | -10.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 12,000 | 2023 | +1.42% | -0.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 6,660 | 2023 | -0.7% | -3.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 4,080 | 2023 | -4.38% | -3.97% | View data |
