The data from 2023 shows Germany leading in fossil energy final consumption within the European non-ferrous metal sector, accounting for the highest share among the listed countries. Spain, Italy, and Ukraine follow. Observing the year-on-year variations, Germany and the United Kingdom experienced notable declines of -2.9% and -4.75%, respectively. Conversely, countries like Greece and Slovakia demonstrated positive growth at 2.77% and 2.9%. Cyprus exhibited significant growth, exceeding 9%, while Lithuania saw a dramatic reduction of nearly 50%. Over the past five years, overall trends suggest a gradual decline in fossil energy consumption across several major economies.
Future trends indicate a possible shift towards more sustainable energy sources driven by stringent European policies on carbon emissions. This may lead to fluctuations in fossil energy consumption patterns, especially in countries heavily investing in green energy technologies. Monitoring such transitions will be crucial for industries reliant on fossil fuels.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Non-Ferrous Metal Sector Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.2 | 2023 | -2.04% | -2.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.52 | 2023 | +4.83% | +1.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.2 | 2023 | +0.029% | -1.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 7.94 | 2023 | -0.4% | -0.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 6.88 | 2023 | +0.99% | +2.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.24 | 2023 | +0.44% | -0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 6.18 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.095% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 4.63 | 2023 | -5.16% | -4.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 3.95 | 2023 | +3.79% | -0.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 3.93 | 2023 | -2.95% | -4.48% | View data |
