In 2023, Austria led in solar thermal consumption with 2.67 thousand terajoules, experiencing a slight decrease of 0.79% compared to the previous year. Spain and Portugal followed, with Portugal showing a significant increase of 3.98%. The UK and Croatia had remarkable growth rates, registering 6.13% and 6.27% respectively. Meanwhile, Poland saw a notable decline of 3.15%. Over the past five years, countries like Bulgaria, France, and Cyprus have shown consistent increments, while others demonstrated varied annual growth, reflecting a dynamic and evolving market landscape.
Future trends to watch include:
- The integration of innovative solar technologies in Western and Southern Europe.
- Government policies influencing renewable energy uptake in newer EU member states.
- The potential impact of energy independence on solar thermal growth in Central and Eastern Europe.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Solar Thermal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 2,670 | 2023 | +2.4% | -0.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,980 | 2023 | -1.14% | -0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 1,880 | 2023 | +3.11% | +3.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,850 | 2023 | -0.11% | +0.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 1,320 | 2023 | +1.93% | -0.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 945 | 2023 | +5.82% | +6.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 764.3 | 2023 | +3.8% | +4.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 613.48 | 2023 | +1.2% | +2.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 496.28 | 2023 | +2.42% | +1.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 485.3 | 2023 | +2.15% | +2.48% | View data |
