In 2023, Germany led European lignite energy with 36.91 terajoules, despite a year-on-year drop of 6.45%. The Czech Republic and Poland held notable shares at 14.69 and 14.17 terajoules, with slight decreases of 2.31% and 2.42%, respectively. Serbia and Bulgaria showed minor adjustments, while Romania declined by 2.11%. Greece experienced a significant reduction of 13.92%, aligning with broader energy transition trends. Nations like Hungary, Slovakia, and the Netherlands reported sharp declines, indicating a phase-out of lignite use. Meanwhile, Kosovo saw a slight increase in lignite energy usage.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued reduction in lignite-based energy as countries transition to renewable sources.
- Germany's role may become more dominant or continue declining depending on policy changes and energy diversification.
- Eastern European countries like Kosovo and Macedonia might temporarily use more lignite but will likely follow Europe's decarbonization trend.
- Policy shifts and technological advancements influencing the decline or phase-out of lignite energy.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Available Energy Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.91 | 2023 | -1.76% | -6.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 14.69 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 14.17 | 2023 | -0.84% | -2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 9.44 | 2023 | -1.28% | -0.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 7.44 | 2023 | +4.65% | +0.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.28 | 2023 | +4.42% | -2.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.52 | 2023 | -0.64% | -2.31% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.89 | 2023 | -15.18% | -13.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 2.32 | 2023 | +2.03% | +2.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.06 | 2023 | -3.09% | -4% | View data |
