In 2023, the United Kingdom led European fossil energy consumption in international aviation with 144.77 thousand GWh, followed by Germany and France. Portugal and Poland have shown significant growth with year-on-year variations of 3.73% and 5.31% respectively. Notably, Italy and Austria also demonstrated strong improvements. However, consumption in the Netherlands and Sweden showed a slight decline. Ukraine experienced a dramatic decrease of 30.62%, primarily influenced by geopolitical challenges. Albania, with a 27.29% increase, highlights a robust emerging market trend.
Looking forward, it is essential to monitor the shift towards sustainable aviation fuels and the impact of carbon taxation, which could significantly alter fossil energy consumption patterns. Emerging markets may continue to increase their share, while established markets might focus on technological advancements to reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Consumption in International Aviation by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 144,770 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 116,860 | 2023 | +13.63% | +0.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 74,120 | 2023 | +14.5% | +1.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 59,560 | 2023 | +18.33% | +1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 48,010 | 2023 | +16.49% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 47,040 | 2023 | +10.68% | -0.084% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 20,760 | 2023 | +8.76% | +1.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 19,050 | 2023 | +21.34% | +3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 15,160 | 2023 | +22.97% | +5.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 13,430 | 2023 | +17.11% | +1.17% | View data |
