In 2023, the Czech Republic led in European lignite gross heat production at 12.05 thousand GWh, despite a slight decrease of 2.03% from the previous year. Germany followed with 5.24 thousand GWh, reflecting a significant reduction of 5.62%. Romania, though smaller, also saw a contraction, down 2.76%. Serbia and Poland bucked the trend with slight growth, at 0.09% and 0.78%, respectively. On the other hand, Bulgaria witnessed the steepest decline of 6.1%. Over the last five years, lignite production shows a general downward trajectory, affected by energy transition policies and economic factors.
Future trends to watch:
- The shift towards renewable energy and stricter environmental policies may further decrease lignite production.
- Technological advancements and economic incentives could influence production variations across countries.
- The geopolitical landscape and energy security concerns may alter the pace of lignite's decline, especially in Germany and Eastern Europe.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Heat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 12,050 | 2023 | -1.9% | -2.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 5,240 | 2023 | -14.3% | -5.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 2,950 | 2023 | -4.7% | -2.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 1,490 | 2023 | -0.52% | +0.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,260 | 2023 | -1.94% | +0.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1,250 | 2023 | +1.3% | -2.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 668.21 | 2023 | -2.83% | -2.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 499.33 | 2023 | +0.65% | -3.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 367.57 | 2023 | -14.81% | -6.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 278.87 | 2023 | -6.3% | -2.96% | View data |
