The data from 2023 indicates that Germany leads in gross electricity production from fossil energy, followed by Italy and Poland. Notable year-on-year reductions in fossil-based electricity generation are seen in Germany, the UK, and Ukraine, while Austria and Lithuania experienced increases. Denmark showed the most significant decline. Over the past five years, the trend reflects a general movement towards reducing fossil fuel reliance in electricity production, influenced by renewable energy initiatives and stricter environmental policies.
Future trends suggest a continued decrease in fossil-fuel-based electricity production, driven by the EU's commitment to carbon neutrality. Watch for technological advancements in renewables and energy storage, policy shifts, and investment patterns in clean energy infrastructure early in this decade.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Fossil Energy by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 248,190 | 2023 | -2.91% | -5.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 149,980 | 2023 | -2.38% | -2.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 127,770 | 2023 | -0.3% | -2.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 121,160 | 2023 | +7.22% | +1.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 112,200 | 2023 | -6.68% | -6.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 87,740 | 2023 | +0.82% | -0.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 52,950 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 46,240 | 2023 | +3.08% | -0.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 44,680 | 2023 | -6.76% | -5.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 30,390 | 2023 | +0.49% | +1.83% | View data |
