The European wind power sector is witnessing varied growth across countries. Germany leads in gross available energy with modest growth. The UK, Spain, and France exhibit notable increases, while smaller countries like Norway and Serbia show remarkable surges. Romania’s slight decline contrasts with it. The Netherlands and Ireland report strong gains, and the Nordic regions show solid growth, especially Sweden and Finland. Some Eastern and Southern European countries display rapid growth like Ukraine and Greece, whereas Southern Balkan countries still exhibit smaller scales. The CAGR across the region suggests robust overall expansion in renewable energy investment.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in turbine efficiency, expansion of offshore wind capacity, and policy-driven market support in emerging European economies. Additionally, sustained investment and societal shifts towards sustainability could significantly boost wind energy outputs. Monitoring cross-border collaborations and advancements in energy storage will also be vital for supporting the sector’s growth trajectory in the coming years.
Top countries in Wind Power Gross Available Energy by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 460,940 | 2023 | +3.91% | +3.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 278,350 | 2023 | +4.87% | +6.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 244,060 | 2023 | +4.41% | +5.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 147,740 | 2023 | +5.33% | +7.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 117,260 | 2023 | +8.46% | +14.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 82,140 | 2023 | +12.63% | +16.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 79,100 | 2023 | +3.46% | +4.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 63,500 | 2023 | +3.85% | +6.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 62,770 | 2023 | +3.23% | +4.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 62,530 | 2023 | +18.3% | +34.98% | View data |
