The analysis of 2023 data for European countries shows that Spain received the highest funding for biodiversity and landscape protection with 50.6 million euros, significantly ahead of Lithuania and Estonia. Austria and Ireland also received modest amounts, while Luxembourg and Slovenia were at the lower end. Over the past year, Slovakia experienced a dramatic 22.74% increase, indicating a substantial shift in funding. Austria, Belgium, and Ireland also had notable increases, suggesting growing importance placed on environmental protection.
As Europe looks forward, focus may shift towards countries with previously lower allocations, such as Latvia, Slovenia, and Luxembourg, potentially leading to more equitable distribution of resources. Additionally, the need for increased biodiversity funding may drive countries to boost investments in the coming years.
Top countries in Current and Capital Transfers Received for Environmental Protection in Protection of Biodiversity and Landscape in All Activities by the Public Sector Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 50.6 | 2023 | +2.62% | +2.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 19.78 | 2023 | +3.11% | +0.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 7.75 | 2023 | +2.63% | +0.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 6.36 | 2023 | +6.67% | +8.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 5.57 | 2023 | +1.82% | +4.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 3.88 | 2023 | -61% | +22.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 3.18 | 2023 | +3.23% | +1.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2.58 | 2023 | 0% | +4.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.89 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 0.8 | 2023 | +14.29% | +2.71% | View data |
