The Czech Republic leads European gross heat production from lignite with a significant share among the countries analyzed. In 2023, the Czech Republic saw a minor decline, while Germany and Slovenia experienced the largest decreases. Romania, Slovakia, and Bulgaria also faced reductions, though less drastic. Conversely, Poland, Greece, and Serbia maintained relatively stable outputs, with Poland showing slight growth.
Future trends to monitor in European lignite-based heat production include:
- Impact of policy shifts towards renewable energy sources on lignite utilization.
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency potentially affecting output levels.
- Economic variables influencing lignite's competitiveness in the energy market.
Top countries in Gross Heat Production from Lignite Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 50.63 | 2023 | -2.16% | -2.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13.76 | 2023 | -23.44% | -14.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 11.69 | 2023 | -5.36% | -4.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 5.61 | 2023 | -1.88% | +1.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 5.33 | 2023 | +1.24% | -3.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 5.29 | 2023 | -9.07% | -4.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3.05 | 2023 | -2.27% | -2.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.63 | 2023 | +1.27% | +0.019% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.83 | 2023 | -12.67% | -3.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.99 | 2023 | -9.38% | -6.94% | View data |
