In 2023, the Netherlands saw a significant increase of 14.98% in geothermal power consumption in agriculture and forestry, leading among European countries. Hungary experienced a slight decrease of 1.58%, while France and Italy saw modest increases of 0.81% and 2.21% respectively. Iceland's consumption remained fairly stable with a 0.092% increase. Macedonia and Greece encountered declines of 1.23% and 8.62% respectively. Croatia and Serbia observed substantial reductions in consumption, with -12.54% and -20.72% respectively. Slovenia and Slovakia achieved slight gains of 1.74% and 1.81%, and Romania experienced a notable increase of 7.06%.
Future trends to watch include continued investments in renewable energy and geothermal technology, which may lead to higher consumption rates particularly in countries like the Netherlands and Italy. Legislative policies and economic incentives will also play pivotal roles, potentially influencing adoption rates across Europe. Technological advancements and efficiency improvements are expected to further spur the use of geothermal energy in agriculture and forestry sectors.
Top countries in Geothermal Power Final Consumption in Agriculture and Forestry Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 66.94 | 2023 | +8.4% | +14.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 14.69 | 2023 | +2.73% | -1.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 5.9 | 2023 | +2.02% | +0.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.86 | 2023 | +0.57% | +2.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 2.15 | 2023 | +6.13% | +0.092% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Macedonia | 1.25 | 2023 | -1.32% | -1.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 1.09 | 2023 | +2.83% | +1.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 0.69 | 2023 | -0.76% | -8.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.68 | 2023 | +2.87% | -12.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 0.37 | 2023 | +2.04% | -20.72% | View data |