In 2023, Germany and Ukraine led European fossil energy gross heat production shares with minor year-on-year decreases of 0.81% and 1.91%, respectively. Poland and Italy show slight increases, while Denmark and Romania witnessed significant decreases of 6.42% and 15.11%. France and Hungary experienced notable growth, with slight increases in other smaller economies. Over the past 5 years, fluctuations have shown varied trends, with Iceland displaying high volatility. The overall average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a stagnant to mild decline trend in fossil energy reliance across Europe.
Future trends might see further fluctuations as countries increasingly invest in renewable energy projects and implement more stringent environmental policies to combat climate change. This could lead to greater reliance on sustainable energy sources, decreasing the share of fossil energy even in traditionally dependent countries.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Gross Heat Production Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.82 | 2023 | -1.13% | -0.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 16.14 | 2023 | -2.89% | -1.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 14.25 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.045% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.05 | 2023 | +2.61% | +0.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 5.37 | 2023 | -0.063% | -0.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.19 | 2023 | +0.13% | +1.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 4.32 | 2023 | +1.16% | -2.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.78 | 2023 | -4.33% | -3.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.18 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.15 | 2023 | -0.4% | -0.25% | View data |
