In 2023, Germany led European fossil energy gross electricity production with approximately 22.92 Million Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent, despite a 5.18% decline year-on-year. Next, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the UK followed, with varying decreases, except Spain showing a slight increase. Austria and Sweden saw positive trends; notably, Lithuania experienced a substantial rise of 20.6% compared to others. In contrast, Denmark faced a significant drop of 19.42% in its production. Overall, most countries exhibited a decreasing trend, reflecting a shift towards sustainable energy sources.
Future trends indicate a continual decline in fossil energy usage as countries intensify their transition to renewable energy, pursuing more ambitious climate targets and innovation in clean technology.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Gross Electricity Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22,920 | 2023 | -3.9% | -5.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 14,250 | 2023 | -1.16% | -0.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 12,310 | 2023 | +0.26% | -0.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10,150 | 2023 | +7.32% | +1.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 9,650 | 2023 | -6.68% | -6.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 6,430 | 2023 | -1.47% | -3.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4,650 | 2023 | +2.42% | +1.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3,920 | 2023 | +2.55% | -0.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 3,850 | 2023 | -6.65% | -5.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2,630 | 2023 | -3% | -3.78% | View data |
