The European lignite market in 2023 is led by Germany, Czech Republic, and Poland in gross available energy, with Germany holding a significant share. The recent year-on-year changes show a predominant decline in lignite energy availability, with Germany decreasing by 6.45%, Czech Republic by 2.31%, and Poland by 2.42%. Notably, positive shifts are observed in Bulgaria and Kosovo, while Greece and Hungary depict a significant downturn. Over the last five years, the industry experienced consistent decreases, largely due to Europe’s shift towards cleaner energy sources and enhanced environmental regulations.
Future trends will likely focus on further reduction in lignite dependency as EU policies increasingly favor renewable energy investments and stricter emissions regulations. Watch for technological advancements and policy shifts that support this transition, potentially impacting lignite demand and production across Europe.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Available Energy by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25,960 | 2023 | -1.76% | -6.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 10,330 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9,970 | 2023 | -0.84% | -2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 6,630 | 2023 | -1.24% | -0.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 5,230 | 2023 | +4.64% | +0.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3,760 | 2023 | +5.16% | -1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3,280 | 2023 | +0.74% | -1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2,030 | 2023 | -15.05% | -13.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 1,540 | 2023 | +0.085% | +1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 764.3 | 2023 | -1.98% | -3.49% | View data |
