In 2023, Germany dominates European lignite production with a 36.14% share, followed by the Czech Republic at 14.83% and Poland at 13.87%. Greece and Hungary saw substantial reductions in production with -13.53% and -10.79%, respectively. Serbia and Bulgaria slightly increased by 0.58% and 2.11%. Over the last five years, lignite production trends show a general decline, with more countries embracing cleaner energy transitions.
Future trends to watch include continued diversification into renewable energy sources and enhanced environmental regulations, leading to further reductions in lignite production. Germany's transition efforts might significantly impact the overall lignite market dynamics in Europe.
Top countries in Lignite Production Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.14 | 2023 | -1.95% | -6.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 14.83 | 2023 | +1.44% | -2.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 13.87 | 2023 | -1.04% | -2.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 9.1 | 2023 | -1.39% | -0.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 7.33 | 2023 | +4.72% | +0.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.35 | 2023 | +5.57% | -1.09% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.1 | 2023 | -3.38% | -4.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.91 | 2023 | -13.9% | -13.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 2.36 | 2023 | +2.45% | +3.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 1.07 | 2023 | +0.55% | -0.97% | View data |
