In 2023, Germany led European rail transport in electricity consumption, showing resilience despite a slight decline of 0.65%. The UK posted notable growth at 2.42%, indicating a robust sectoral performance. Bulgaria experienced the highest increase at 5.82%, while Montenegro and Lithuania saw the greatest declines. Overall, trends depict a mixed landscape with certain countries focusing on renewable energy and efficiency measures.
Future trends to watch include further shifts towards sustainable energy sources and technological advancements. EU policy shifts supporting rail transport electrification may lead to increased investment and adoption, offering potential growth in electricity consumption across member states.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Rail Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 987.23 | 2023 | -0.0018% | -0.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 711.81 | 2023 | +2.48% | -0.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 493.08 | 2023 | +3.21% | +0.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 484.05 | 2023 | +4.11% | -0.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 459.65 | 2023 | +1.58% | +2.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 309.75 | 2023 | +4.34% | -0.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 279.15 | 2023 | +0.36% | +0.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 213.63 | 2023 | +0.012% | -0.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 159.04 | 2023 | -0.46% | -1.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 156.12 | 2023 | +2.14% | +0.42% | View data |
