In 2023, Sweden led European gross heat production from primary solid biofuels, accounting for the highest share. Notable growth was observed in Denmark, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg with significant year-on-year increases of 4.29%, 27.3%, and 41.91% respectively. Finland and Austria also showed steady growth. Conversely, countries like France, Italy, and Lithuania experienced declines. Over the last five years, Luxembourg and Serbia marked the highest compounded annual growth rates (CAGR), indicating a strong trend of increased reliance on solid biofuels.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of EU renewable energy policies on biofuel usage.
- The transition of traditionally fossil fuel-reliant countries to biofuels.
- Technological advances in biofuel processing enhancing efficiency.
- Economic and political factors, especially in Eastern European countries.
- Investment in biofuel infrastructure and its influence on production capacity.
Top countries in Gross Heat Production from Primary Solid Biofuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 19.04 | 2023 | +4.18% | +1.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 12.91 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 12.25 | 2023 | +4.05% | +4.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.74 | 2023 | -2.51% | -1.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.43 | 2023 | +2.79% | +2.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 5.68 | 2023 | +0.53% | +1.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 4.68 | 2023 | +1.8% | +2.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.92 | 2023 | +15.23% | +27.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.64 | 2023 | +3.81% | +9.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 3.41 | 2023 | -2.55% | -2.73% | View data |
