In 2023, the United Kingdom led European electricity production from primary solid biofuels. Notable growth was seen in the Netherlands and Greece, with year-on-year increases of 56.98% and 59.8%, respectively. Serbia had an astounding increase of 755.19%, albeit from a small base. Over five years, countries like Estonia, Luxembourg, and Ukraine displayed strong CAGR, while Austria, Belgium, and Latvia are experiencing minor declines. Other gains are modest across Europe, with Finland, Sweden, and Germany showing growth stability.
Future trends to watch include technological advances in biofuel production, policy shifts favoring renewable energies, and cross-border collaborations enhancing biofuel utilization. The focus on sustainability will likely drive more countries to increase biofuel usage in their energy mix.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Primary Solid Biofuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 31,290 | 2023 | +4.66% | +5.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 14,420 | 2023 | +24.65% | +56.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 12,100 | 2023 | +3.97% | +0.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 11,900 | 2023 | +5.38% | +3.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 11,640 | 2023 | +1.2% | +1.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 7,390 | 2023 | +2.11% | +6.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4,920 | 2023 | +2.19% | +2.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 4,880 | 2023 | +2.86% | +3.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 4,680 | 2023 | +2.69% | +1.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 4,270 | 2023 | +2.12% | +2.32% | View data |
