In 2023, the United Kingdom led European imports of renewables and biofuels in gigawatt hours, marking an 8.06% increase. Denmark saw the highest growth at 10.61%, while the Netherlands experienced a notable 36.85% year-on-year rise. Conversely, Austria, Hungary, Albania, Slovakia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina faced declines. Among smaller markets, Kosovo and Croatia reported remarkable growth of around 50% and 23%, respectively. Eastern European countries, like Latvia and Croatia, recorded double-digit increases, indicative of rising traction in renewable energy imports.
Looking forward, the focus will likely shift towards energy diversification, with smaller countries potentially increasing imports to foster renewable energy adoption. Significant growth potential in Eastern Europe and environmental policy alignment across Europe could enhance import dynamics, particularly for countries with lower current shares. Monitoring these developments will be crucial for understanding the European renewable energy import landscape.
Top countries in Imports of Renewables and Biofuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 17.34 | 2023 | +4.61% | +8.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 9.7 | 2023 | +3% | +3.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.44 | 2023 | +2.19% | +0.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 9.26 | 2023 | +6.78% | +10.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.86 | 2023 | +16.63% | +36.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7.44 | 2023 | +15.71% | +7.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 6.27 | 2023 | +3.77% | +0.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.55 | 2023 | +7.61% | +1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 4.34 | 2023 | +3.58% | +3.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 3.69 | 2023 | +4.25% | +5.46% | View data |
