European countries exhibit varying dependency on solid fossil fuels for electricity production. Poland leads with the highest consumption, followed by Germany and the Czech Republic. Over a recent period, significant decreases were observed in Germany, Spain, and Italy, highlighting a regional shift towards alternative energy sources. Conversely, countries like Kosovo and Macedonia noted slight increases, indicating potential lag in transitioning. Notably, the year-on-year analysis for 2023 shows continued declines in many countries, suggesting a persistent trend.
Future trends to monitor include the accelerated decline in solid fossil fuels usage driven by policy shifts, technological advancements, and increased investment in renewable energy. Close scrutiny on emerging markets in Eastern Europe and compliance with EU energy policies will also be critical.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 25.12 | 2023 | -3.25% | -5.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.64 | 2023 | -29.55% | -20.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 9.6 | 2023 | +2.98% | -1.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 9.12 | 2023 | -5.38% | -5.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 6.56 | 2023 | -0.43% | +0.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 4.6 | 2023 | +4.27% | -0.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.49 | 2023 | +12.2% | -8.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.36 | 2023 | +5.11% | -3.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.04 | 2023 | -4.02% | -20.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2.95 | 2023 | +0.06% | -1.63% | View data |
