The data for 2023 shows that Germany leads in crude oil consumption in Europe, while Moldova has the lowest. Germany, the United Kingdom, and France witnessed notable declines in consumption, with France showing the most significant decrease at 3.12%. In contrast, Ukraine recorded a substantial increase of 10.39%. Other notable increases were seen in Bulgaria and Albania, while Portugal and Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced major declines. Looking at the five-year CAGR, stable consumption patterns emerge despite annual fluctuations.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of energy policies, the transition toward renewable energy, and technological advancements in energy efficiency, all of which could significantly affect crude oil consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Crude Oil Gross Inland Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,451,300 | 2023 | -1.42% | -1.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 2,834,500 | 2023 | +4.11% | -0.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,757,700 | 2023 | +2.51% | -0.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 2,444,500 | 2023 | +2.99% | +0.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2,022,900 | 2023 | -2.5% | -1.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 1,969,400 | 2023 | +2.65% | -3.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1,449,000 | 2023 | +4.94% | +0.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 1,097,600 | 2023 | +1.3% | -0.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 1,017,000 | 2023 | +1.77% | +0.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 748,130 | 2023 | -0.91% | -2.47% | View data |
