The analysis of European fossil energy consumption in domestic aviation shows Spain leading with the highest share at 30.86 terajoules in 2023, followed by France, the United Kingdom, and Italy. Germany ranks fifth with 8.87 terajoules. Norway, despite its smaller population, displays significant reliance on domestic aviation, likely due to geographical demands. Countries like Ukraine, Hungary, and Latvia exhibit substantial year-on-year variations, highlighting growing aviation sectors or recovering markets. Contrarily, Greece, Sweden, and Denmark show declining trends. As sustainability initiatives increase, shifts toward renewable energy could redirect investments, influencing consumption patterns in the coming years.
Future trends to watch include increased investments in electric or hybrid aircraft technology, potential regulatory pressures to reduce fossil fuel reliance, and the impact of the expanding high-speed train network as an alternative to short domestic flights, aiming to curb fossil energy consumption in aviation across Europe.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Domestic Aviation Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 30.86 | 2023 | +15.08% | +1.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 20.81 | 2023 | +9.3% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 12.08 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 11.92 | 2023 | +16.46% | +1.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 8.87 | 2023 | +12.63% | +1.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 4.33 | 2023 | +7.92% | +4.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2.47 | 2023 | +6.88% | -2.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.18 | 2023 | +12.34% | -0.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.93 | 2023 | +10.09% | -2.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.82 | 2023 | +9.76% | +3.26% | View data |
