In 2023, Germany led the European final consumption of solar thermal energy with a share of 28.5 terajoules. Spain and Greece followed with 13.43 and 11.89 terajoules, respectively. Italy and France rounded out the top five. Notably, Poland and Finland exhibited remarkable growth in solar thermal consumption with 11.7% and 9.22% increases respectively.
Key trends include:
- Western European countries, especially Germany, maintain significant shares, albeit with slight fluctuations.
- Several Eastern European countries, such as Poland and Romania, show promising growth, indicating an increasing diversification in the solar energy market.
- Many smaller markets like Montenegro and Finland are beginning to increase their consumption, pointing to underlying potential for expansion in these regions.
Future trends to watch include advances in technology making solar thermal more accessible, and policy shifts encouraging greener energy solutions across European countries. Growing eco-consciousness and governmental incentives could drive further adoption, particularly in emerging markets. Monitoring these dynamics will be pivotal for understanding the evolving landscape of solar thermal energy in Europe.
Top countries in Final Consumption of Solar Thermal Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 28.5 | 2023 | +0.26% | -0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.43 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 11.89 | 2023 | +1.93% | +2.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.97 | 2023 | +3.44% | +3.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.07 | 2023 | +2.95% | +3.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 6.47 | 2023 | -0.79% | -0.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 4.28 | 2023 | +3.59% | +3.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.73 | 2023 | +7.45% | +11.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 2.92 | 2023 | +2.35% | +1.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.21 | 2023 | +2.08% | +2.13% | View data |
