Analyzing the 2024 data, France dominates European nuclear electricity production with a significant margin, producing 33.91 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe). The next largest producers, Ukraine (6.79 Mtoe) and Germany (5.74 Mtoe), trail considerably. Sweden (5.62 Mtoe) and Spain (4.95 Mtoe) round out the top five. Year-over-year variations show mixed trends with France seeing a -0.92% dip, Ukraine a -1.34% decline, and Germany a -2.56% decrease. By contrast, Belgium increased by 4.38%, and smaller producers like Slovakia and Netherlands saw modest gains. Over the last five years, trends indicate incremental growth across several countries.
Future trends to watch for include the possible expansion of nuclear energy in Eastern European countries due to new investments and policy support. Additionally, the phasing out of nuclear plants in countries like Germany may further alter the landscape, potentially increasing reliance on renewable energy and natural gas.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production of Nuclear Heat by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 33,910 | 2023 | +1.46% | -0.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 6,790 | 2023 | +0.18% | -1.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 5,740 | 2023 | -1.2% | -2.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 5,620 | 2023 | +5.32% | -1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4,950 | 2023 | +0.17% | +0.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 4,680 | 2023 | -2.04% | -3.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3,050 | 2023 | +2.63% | +4.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2,710 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2,030 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 1,420 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.67% | View data |