In 2023, Spain led Europe in public sector investment for biodiversity protection with €247.7 million, showing a marginal increase of 0.3%. The Netherlands and Portugal followed, observing notable rises of 3.98% and 3.62% respectively. Germany maintained steady growth at 0.55%, while Ireland and Belgium experienced modest increments. Lithuania and Greece saw significant jumps, particularly Lithuania at 6.81% and Greece at 5.92%. Lastly, Latvia recorded minimal growth at 1.22%.
Looking forward, monitoring shifts in governmental priorities and economic factors will be crucial, as nations increasingly allocate budgets towards sustainability. Enhanced coordination and funding strategies might spur uniform growth across the region.
Top countries in Consumption of Fixed Capital in Protection of Biodiversity and Landscape in All Activities by the Public Sector by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 247.7 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 158 | 2023 | +2.6% | +3.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 147 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 132.7 | 2023 | +4.82% | +3.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 38.7 | 2023 | +2.38% | +2.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 30.2 | 2023 | -3.21% | +1.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 11.4 | 2023 | +4.59% | +6.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 1.7 | 2023 | +6.25% | +1.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.4 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
