Germany leads European solar electricity production with 70.59 thousand megawatts, reflecting a 9.35% year-on-year increase. Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and France follow, contributing significantly with respective increases of 3.88%, 37.22%, 25.13%, and 15.96%. Notably, Poland and Ukraine show substantial growth, with 91.0% and 64.9% increases respectively, indicating rapid expansion. Smaller nations like Estonia, Finland, and Latvia also demonstrate impressive growth rates, highlighting a broadening adoption of solar energy across Europe.
Future trends to watch include continuous growth in Poland, Ukraine, and Portugal, driven by supportive policies and technological advancements. A focus on smaller countries expanding their solar capacities, alongside initiatives to improve grid stability and storage solutions, will be crucial for sustained growth in the European solar energy sector.
Top countries in Solar Electricity Production Capacities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Megawatts | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 70,590 | 2023 | +8.59% | +9.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 24,320 | 2023 | +3.67% | +3.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 22,410 | 2023 | +19.98% | +37.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 21,680 | 2023 | +15.87% | +25.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 20,280 | 2023 | +15.54% | +15.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 16,890 | 2023 | +4.99% | +5.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 14,640 | 2023 | +27.1% | +64.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 14,280 | 2023 | +31.55% | +91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 6,890 | 2023 | +6.77% | +11.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 5,700 | 2023 | +12.5% | +16.55% | View data |
