In 2023, France led European national expenditure on environmental protection with 38.25 million euros, followed by the Netherlands at 14.76 million euros, and Spain at 14.74 million euros. Emerging economies like Portugal, Slovakia, and Latvia showed significant growth rates, 2.58%, 2.26%, and 4.03% respectively. Conversely, Spain and Greece experienced slight declines of 0.43% and 0.32%. France consistently demonstrated above-average growth at 2.04%, maintaining its leadership.
Future trends to watch include potential increased investments in green technologies, renewable energy solutions, and stricter environmental regulations. Attention should be given to the evolving spending behaviors of smaller nations as they increasingly contribute to European environmental goals.
Top countries in National Expenditure on Environmental Protection in All Environmental Protection Activities in All Activities by All Economic Sectors Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 38.25 | 2023 | +1.39% | +2.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 14.76 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 14.74 | 2023 | -0.11% | -0.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 12.16 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 11.27 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 2.95 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1.64 | 2023 | -0.75% | -0.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1.3 | 2023 | +1.09% | +2.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.76 | 2023 | +0.95% | +1.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.68 | 2023 | +1.39% | +0.78% | View data |
