The gross electricity production from primary solid biofuels in Europe shows notable diversity among countries. In 2023, the United Kingdom leads with 23.82 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, experiencing a 5.65% increase year-on-year. Noteworthy growth is observed in the Netherlands at 56.98% and Greece at 59.77%. Finland remains stable with a minimal increase of 0.31%. Conversely, Austria and Belgium demonstrate slight declines. These trends suggest an emphasis on renewable sources and a general increase in reliance on solid biofuels across Europe.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in biofuel conversion efficiency and policy-driven incentives for biofuel usage. Countries with significant year-on-year growth may continue to expand their biofuel infrastructure, impacting the overall European energy mix. Additionally, geopolitical factors and evolving climate policies will influence the extent of future growth in biofuel adoption.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Primary Solid Biofuels Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 23.82 | 2023 | +4.66% | +5.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10.98 | 2023 | +24.65% | +56.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 9.21 | 2023 | +3.75% | +0.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 9.11 | 2023 | +5.44% | +3.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 8.86 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.5 | 2023 | +1.34% | +6.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.73 | 2023 | +2.55% | +3.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.71 | 2023 | +2.82% | +3.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.56 | 2023 | +2.77% | +1.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 3.25 | 2023 | +2.12% | +2.32% | View data |
