Gross electricity production in Europe 2023, by country

France and Germany dominated Europe's electricity production landscape in 2023, generating over ***** terawatt-hours combined. This substantial output underscores the critical role these two nations play in powering the continent. The European Union as a whole produced some ***** terawatt-hours of electricity, highlighting the region's significant energy capacity.

Energy front-runners in Europe

Germany's role in European electricity goes beyond production, as it is also the largest consumer in the EU, with demand exceeding *** terawatt-hours in 2024. France followed closely with a demand of *** terawatt-hours. While France and Germany led in overall production and consumption, Nordic countries were setting the pace for clean energy adoption. Sweden and Finland had the largest electricity production from clean sources in 2024, attributing their success to a mix of hydropower, nuclear, and wind energy.

Energy storage in Europe

Renewable and nuclear energy generated significantly more electricity than fossil fuels in Europe throughout 2024. To support the energy transition and meet the large power demand, European countries such as Germany and Italy have invested heavily in energy storage capacity, with both countries boasting approximately *** gigawatts of installed capacity in 2024.