In 2023, Germany led in gross available energy of renewables and biofuels, closely followed by France and Italy, reflecting their commitment to green energy. In terms of year-on-year growth, Netherlands and Slovakia showed the largest increases at 17.5% and 9.65%, respectively. Other notable increases include Belgium at 6.16% and Denmark at 5.48%. In contrast, countries like Iceland, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Albania saw declines. Over the past five years, many European countries have shown robust growth attributed to increasing investment and policy support towards renewable energy initiatives.
Future trends indicate a continued expansion of renewable energy capacity across Europe. The emphasis on decarbonization and energy security will likely propel further advancements, with technological innovations and cross-border energy projects offering more substantial gains. The EU's green deal significantly augments opportunities for even more countries to bolster their renewable energy share, potentially shifting the regional energy landscape in the coming years.
Top countries in Gross Available Energy of Renewables and Biofuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,032,800 | 2023 | +1.9% | +2.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 1,339,000 | 2023 | +2.97% | +2.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,305,900 | 2023 | +2.13% | +1.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,086,000 | 2023 | +4.19% | +5.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 1,026,900 | 2023 | +2.19% | +3.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 897,580 | 2023 | +2.68% | +3.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 663,560 | 2023 | +1.54% | +1.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 587,100 | 2023 | +3.38% | +3.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 565,600 | 2023 | +1.6% | +1.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 455,720 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.69% | View data |
