Germany leads in European solar photovoltaic electricity production, with Spain and Italy trailing. Spain's share increased notably by 33.92% in 2023, while the Netherlands saw a growth of 38.3%. Poland, Hungary, and Ukraine have seen significant expansions, with Poland experiencing a remarkable growth of 79.9%. Romania and Serbia showed decreased shares. Albania showed exceptional growth, though from a small base. Future trends suggest continued growth in Eastern European countries, leveraging advancements in solar technology and favorable policies. Sustainability initiatives and energy independence goals will likely drive further investments and expansion across Europe in solar photovoltaics.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Solar Photovoltaic Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26.26 | 2023 | +6.86% | +6.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14.76 | 2023 | +21.62% | +33.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.92 | 2023 | +2.91% | +3.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 8.16 | 2023 | +21.46% | +38.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.17 | 2023 | +5.28% | +5.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7.11 | 2023 | +5.79% | +8.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 6.52 | 2023 | +24.93% | +68.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.17 | 2023 | +10.3% | +13.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 2.46 | 2023 | +27.71% | +79.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.31 | 2023 | +21.69% | +53.25% | View data |
