In 2023, Spain led the European Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector with a significant consumption of renewables and biofuels, followed by France. Notable year-on-year growth was observed in Slovakia and Estonia, reflecting increased adoption or production capacity. Conversely, Poland, Austria, and Latvia saw reductions in consumption. Sweden's significant growth indicates a potential shift towards sustainable practices. On average, the past five years show variations in alignment with global sustainability trends but reflect differing national policies or economic contexts.
Future trends to watch include increased regulatory pressures for sustainability, technological advancements in biofuel production, and potential shifts in consumer and corporate sustainability priorities, leading to greater consumption in nations currently trailing.
Top countries in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sector Final Consumption of Renewables and Biofuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 20,680 | 2023 | +2.28% | +1.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 7,680 | 2023 | +1.62% | -1.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 5,130 | 2023 | +6.28% | +9.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 4,240 | 2023 | +3.86% | +4.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 4,000 | 2023 | +2.69% | +6.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3,350 | 2023 | -5.5% | -6.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 3,300 | 2023 | +5.94% | +0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 3,030 | 2023 | +5.4% | +3.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2,780 | 2023 | +7.25% | +19.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2,420 | 2023 | +4.83% | -1.14% | View data |
