In 2023, Poland led solid fossil fuel consumption in Europe, though it saw a slight decline. Ukraine also experienced a significant drop. Slovakia and Albania showed positive growth, while Croatia reported a remarkable increase. France, Serbia, and several others faced notable declines, indicative of a broader shift away from solid fossil fuels. Variations in consumption highlight differing national responses to environmental policies.
Future trends to watch include the ongoing transition towards renewable energy sources, bolstered by EU mandates. Countries may continue to diminish reliance on solid fossil fuels, increasing investments in greener technologies to meet carbon neutrality goals by 2050.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 7,070 | 2023 | -0.61% | -0.042% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 4,810 | 2023 | +2.73% | -3.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 1,120 | 2023 | +11.02% | +3.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 313.08 | 2023 | +4.34% | -4.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 286.33 | 2023 | -10.67% | -7.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 264.37 | 2023 | +0.0038% | -6.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 236 | 2023 | -30.62% | -16.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Moldova | 191.39 | 2023 | +1.12% | -2.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 86.42 | 2023 | -2.98% | -2.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Albania | 47.79 | 2023 | +7.98% | +4.71% | View data |
