Germany leads European households in solar thermal consumption, though its usage slightly decreased by 0.16% last year. Greece, Spain, and Italy show notable growth, with Italy leading at a 5.02% increase. In Central Europe, Poland registered a 13.04% rise, while Scandinavian nations like Sweden experience minor declines. Newly advanced solar adopters include Finland, marking a significant 9.15% growth, and Hungary at 6.56%. Over the past five years, a moderate overall growth trend is evident in most countries, with an upward trajectory, especially in Southern and Eastern Europe.
Future trends to observe include the acceleration of solar initiatives in Central and Eastern Europe, motivated by energy independence aims. Additionally, the development and adoption of more efficient solar technologies are expected to expand market potential in traditionally less-sunny Northern Europe. Watch for policy-driven growth spurts in EU member states focusing on sustainable energy transitions, with increased emphasis on household-level solar solutions.
Top countries in Solar Thermal Final Consumption by Households by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 724.04 | 2023 | +0.22% | -0.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 305.1 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 297.72 | 2023 | +3.34% | +4.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 206.5 | 2023 | +4.39% | +5.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 193.7 | 2023 | +2.49% | +3.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 129.35 | 2023 | +2.66% | +3.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 93.87 | 2023 | +8.12% | +13.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 67.73 | 2023 | +2.84% | +2.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 67.61 | 2023 | +3.2% | +3.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 39.64 | 2023 | +1.87% | +1.96% | View data |
