European solar thermal production in 2023 showed mixed results, with Spain leading at 2.73 Mtoe, followed by Germany at 0.758 Mtoe. Noticeable growth was observed in Poland with an 11.75% increase, Romania at 11.24%, and Finland at 9.15%. Conversely, Germany and Austria experienced declines. Smaller markets like Croatia and Hungary saw significant gains, while stable contributions came from Cyprus and Ireland. Notable five-year trends include steady growth in Spain and gains in emerging markets like Poland and Croatia, indicating dynamic shifts in production landscapes.
Future trends will likely revolve around technological advancements, national policies supporting renewable energy, and cross-border cooperation, impacting production and integration efficiency. Key players like Spain and Germany will continue to influence regional growth, while emerging markets with substantial percentage increases may significantly contribute to total European solar thermal output.
Top countries in Solar Thermal Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 2,730 | 2023 | +5.63% | +4.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 758.22 | 2023 | +0.28% | -0.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 318.6 | 2023 | +2.35% | +2.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 263.03 | 2023 | +3.18% | +3.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 213.14 | 2023 | +2.6% | +3.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 174.48 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 113.74 | 2023 | +3.59% | +3.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 99.2 | 2023 | +7.58% | +11.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 78.41 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 63.55 | 2023 | -5.21% | -0.74% | View data |
