In 2023, Greece led solid fossil fuel consumption in mining and quarrying among the European countries analyzed, followed by Sweden and Germany. Denmark and Austria had notable growth rates of 12.46% and 58.49%, respectively. Sweden showed a modest increase of 0.93%, while Germany and Ukraine saw declines of 3.89% and 12.19%, respectively. Romania, though small in volume, experienced a significant rise of 20.11%. Bulgaria's consumption surged by 87.79%, albeit from a smaller base. Meanwhile, the Netherlands decreased by 15.01%, indicating a shift in energy profiles.
Future trends to monitor include potential increases in alternative energy adoption reducing reliance on solid fossil fuels. Economic factors, regulatory shifts, and sustainable mining practices are likely to influence consumption patterns. Watch for policy changes and technological advancements impacting the mining and quarrying sectors across Europe.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption in Mining and Quarrying Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 37.58 | 2023 | +13.98% | -2.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 23.37 | 2023 | -0.011% | +0.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14.98 | 2023 | -0.71% | -3.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 13.91 | 2023 | +21.83% | -12.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 3.19 | 2023 | +4.53% | -0.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 1.78 | 2023 | -0.6% | +2.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 1.37 | 2023 | -8.83% | +12.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.35 | 2023 | +1.03% | -15.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 0.22 | 2023 | +3.07% | +10.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.21 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.85% | View data |
