In 2023, Germany led European gross electricity production from fossil energy, followed by Italy and Poland. Notably, Germany, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom saw the largest declines in production, whereas Croatia and Lithuania experienced growth. Over the last five years, production has overall trended downwards, reflecting regional efforts to transition toward renewable energy sources.
Looking ahead, the European focus on reducing carbon emissions and increasing renewable energy sources will likely reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Countries may continue to see declines in electricity production from fossil energy, especially with stricter environmental regulations and technological advancements supporting cleaner energy alternatives.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Fossil Energy by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 893,500 | 2023 | -2.91% | -5.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 539,910 | 2023 | -2.38% | -2.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 459,990 | 2023 | -0.97% | -3.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 436,170 | 2023 | +7.22% | +1.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 403,920 | 2023 | -6.68% | -6.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 315,870 | 2023 | +0.82% | -0.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 190,620 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 166,470 | 2023 | +3.08% | -0.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 160,850 | 2023 | -6.76% | -5.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 109,400 | 2023 | +0.49% | +1.83% | View data |
