In 2023, Germany led European public sector compensation in biodiversity and landscape protection with 732 million euros, experiencing a 1.76% increase from the previous year. The Netherlands also showed growth with a 2.55% increase, reaching 441.6 million euros. Spain and Portugal, however, saw declines of 1.77% and 0.41%, respectively. Luxembourg and Ireland observed modest growths, whereas Slovenia and Finland experienced decreases, with Finland significantly dropping by 9.71%. Latvia's compensation remained flat.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of EU biodiversity strategies, national policy reforms, and emerging environmental challenges. Countries may bolster investments in line with green recovery plans, affecting compensation dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Compensation of Employees in Protection of Biodiversity and Landscape in All Activities by the Public Sector by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 732 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 441.6 | 2023 | +3.01% | +2.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 354 | 2023 | -2.75% | -1.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 95.8 | 2023 | -2.24% | -0.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 49.2 | 2023 | +2.07% | +1.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 16 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 8.3 | 2023 | 0% | -1.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 2.1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.3 | 2023 | 0% | -9.71% | View data |
