The 2023 data indicate Sweden and Finland as leaders in renewable and biofuel energy consumption in the paper, pulp, and printing sectors in Europe. The year-over-year trends highlight growth in countries like the UK, Czech Republic, and Latvia, while others like Poland and Hungary faced declines. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years shows volatility, particularly in Eastern Europe, where countries like Ukraine experienced substantial variations. In contrast, Central and Northern European countries displayed resilience with moderate growth or minor declines.
Future trends to watch include increased adoption in countries traditionally lagging behind, due to EU green policies and technological advancements. Notably, there might be increased investment in renewables by major sectors to meet sustainability goals, and further expansion in countries with previous low consumption levels.
Top countries in Renewables and Biofuels Final Consumption in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sectors Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 29.09 | 2023 | +0.5% | +2.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 28.21 | 2023 | +1.57% | +0.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 5.68 | 2023 | -1.28% | -0.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 5.56 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4.91 | 2023 | +8.17% | +3.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.61 | 2023 | +2.65% | -5.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 4.44 | 2023 | +1.85% | -1.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.15 | 2023 | -0.18% | -0.016% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.74 | 2023 | +5.31% | +5.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.68 | 2023 | +2.82% | +6.99% | View data |
