In 2023, Germany led the European inland electricity demand, followed closely by France and the United Kingdom. Most major economies saw modest declines in demand, with Germany decreasing by 0.79% and France by 0.96%. Notable exceptions were Poland and Hungary, which grew by 0.28% and 0.92%, respectively. Southern and Eastern European nations, like Romania and Greece, experienced larger declines. Ireland and Malta saw the strongest growth rates.
Future trends to watch include:
- Renewable energy shifts potentially altering country-specific demand dynamics.
- Technological advancements and energy efficiency improvements likely impacting overall demand.
- Policy changes, especially related to climate commitments, could shape country-specific growth trajectories.
Top countries in Inland Demand of Electricity Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 15.63 | 2023 | +0.51% | -0.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.78 | 2023 | +0.22% | -0.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.55 | 2023 | -0.6% | -0.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.38 | 2023 | -0.22% | -0.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.55 | 2023 | -0.71% | -1.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.82 | 2023 | +1.84% | +0.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.09 | 2023 | +1.62% | -0.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 4.01 | 2023 | +2.96% | +0.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 3.99 | 2023 | -0.73% | -0.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 3.38 | 2023 | +0.4% | -0.81% | View data |
