In 2023, the Czech Republic led European lignite gross heat production with a significant share of 49.16%, experiencing a slight decline of 1.53% from the previous year. Germany followed with 20.84%, showing a notable decrease of 5.62%. Romania had a 10.62% share, also down by 4.71%. Poland was an exception to the general downward trend, with a minor increase of 0.12%. Other countries like Serbia, Slovakia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Bulgaria all saw reductions in their shares, highlighting a continent-wide decrease in lignite utilization driven by the transition to cleaner energy sources and regulatory pressures.
Future trends to watch include the continued decline in lignite production due to environmental regulations and investments in renewable energy. The transition to greener alternatives is likely to drive further reductions in lignite usage across Europe. Moreover, technological advancements and policy initiatives favoring decarbonization will accelerate this shift, making the lignite market less prominent in the European energy landscape.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Heat Production Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 49.16 | 2023 | -0.78% | -1.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20.84 | 2023 | -14.3% | -5.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 10.62 | 2023 | -8% | -4.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 5.01 | 2023 | -8.57% | -3.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4.85 | 2023 | -2.11% | +0.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 4.63 | 2023 | +0.87% | -3.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2.72 | 2023 | -2.31% | -2.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.96 | 2023 | -0.24% | -3.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.46 | 2023 | -14.81% | -6.08% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.09 | 2023 | -6.56% | -3.08% | View data |
