The 2023 data shows Germany as the leading producer of electricity from solar photovoltaic in Europe, followed by Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands. Noteworthy increases in solar production occurred in Poland (79.9%), Ukraine (68.64%), and Hungary (53.25%), demonstrating significant growth in photovoltaic adoption. Conversely, Romania and Serbia experienced marginal declines. Countries like Finland and Sweden also reported substantial growth, underscoring an increasing shift towards renewable energy in northern Europe. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate suggests widespread enhancement in solar capacities across the continent.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in solar efficiency and storage, policy incentives driving higher adoption rates in lagging countries, and continued growth in Eastern Europe as these regions capitalize on solar potential. Additionally, political stability and investment in grid infrastructure will play crucial roles in sustaining and enhancing solar energy production across Europe.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Solar Photovoltaic by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 5,190 | 2023 | +6.86% | +6.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 2,920 | 2023 | +21.62% | +33.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,360 | 2023 | +2.91% | +3.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1,610 | 2023 | +21.46% | +38.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,420 | 2023 | +5.28% | +5.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 1,410 | 2023 | +5.79% | +8.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 1,290 | 2023 | +24.93% | +68.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 626.3 | 2023 | +10.3% | +13.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 486.87 | 2023 | +27.71% | +79.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 457.11 | 2023 | +21.69% | +53.25% | View data |
