In 2023, Germany led European lignite energy supply with 301.89 thousand GWh, followed by the Czech Republic and Poland. Year-over-year analysis revealed significant declines in Germany (6.45%), Greece (13.92%), and Slovakia (13.76%), whereas Kosovo saw a 2.59% increase. Small-scale producers like France and the Netherlands experienced substantial drops (38.46% and 26.06% respectively). These declines mirror a broader European transition towards cleaner energy sources.
Future trends to monitor in Europe's lignite supply include:
- Continued reductions in lignite production as countries transition to renewable energy.
- Potential policy shifts influencing lignite use in Eastern European nations.
- Advancements in lignite-burning technology for emissions reduction.
- The impact of EU carbon pricing on lignite energy economics.
Top countries in Lignite Energy Supply by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 301,890 | 2023 | -1.76% | -6.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 120,190 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 115,940 | 2023 | -0.84% | -2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 77,020 | 2023 | -1.28% | -0.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 60,880 | 2023 | +4.65% | +0.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 43,170 | 2023 | +4.42% | -2.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 37,340 | 2023 | -0.17% | -2.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 23,610 | 2023 | -15.18% | -13.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 18,940 | 2023 | +2.03% | +2.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 8,860 | 2023 | -2.13% | -3.55% | View data |
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