In 2023, Germany led European lignite extraction with 106.8 million metric tons, significantly ahead of Poland at 52.1 million. Other key producers included Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Bulgaria, with lower outputs below 40 million metric tons. Notably, Germany faced an 8.47% year-on-year decline, while Greece saw a sharper 11.07% drop. Over the last five years, varying negative trends have emerged, reflecting environmental pressures and a shift towards renewables.
Future trends to watch include: - Stricter environmental regulations.- Increased pressure for renewable energy transition.- Potential further declines in production as countries push for sustainability.- Modernization and diversification of energy sources.
Top countries in Lignite Domestic Extraction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 106,800 | 2023 | -6.92% | -8.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 52,100 | 2023 | -0.22% | -2.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 38,320 | 2023 | +0.079% | +0.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 35,890 | 2023 | +2.13% | -1.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 29,280 | 2023 | +3.65% | -0.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 20,620 | 2023 | +3.18% | -2.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 20,290 | 2023 | -8.15% | -11.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 12,080 | 2023 | -3.07% | -2.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 6,500 | 2023 | -1.8% | -3.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 4,050 | 2023 | -3.51% | -4.12% | View data |
