In 2023, Austria led in European solar thermal final consumption within the commercial and public services sector, recorded at 19.53 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. While Spain and Portugal followed, displaying slight declines and growth respectively, Germany’s consumption marginally dropped. The United Kingdom saw an exceptional rise, while southeastern European countries like Bulgaria and Croatia displayed notable growth. As a peripheral observation, Romania and Hungary exhibited modest increases, whereas the Netherlands and Poland experienced marginal declines. This diverse performance portfolio suggests varying commitments and advancements in solar thermal adoption across the region.
Looking ahead, future trends in this sector may involve increased governmental incentives across Europe, addressing technological advancements in solar energy efficiency and cost reductions. Southern European countries may capitalize on abundant sunshine, potentially leading to upward revisions in consumption forecasts. Innovations in cross-border solar energy trading could also expand the market over the next few years.
Top countries in Solar Thermal Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 19.53 | 2023 | +2.65% | +0.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.62 | 2023 | -1.14% | -0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 12.99 | 2023 | +3.11% | +3.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 12.72 | 2023 | -0.2% | +0.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 9.07 | 2023 | +1.91% | -0.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 6.51 | 2023 | +5.81% | +6.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 5.27 | 2023 | +3.8% | +4.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.23 | 2023 | +1.2% | +2.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 3.45 | 2023 | +2.84% | +2.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3.35 | 2023 | +2.21% | +2.5% | View data |
