In 2024, Germany leads in European fossil fuel consumption with 22.35 million metric tons, followed by Poland at 10.88 million tons and Italy at 8.16 million tons. Year-on-year, Germany, the UK, and Spain saw declines of over 3%, while Norway experienced a 7.1% increase. Smaller countries such as Luxembourg and Albania showed growth at 4.13% and 1.35%, respectively. Over the last five years, consumption trends highlight a mix of reductions, particularly in the Netherlands, Finland, and Greece, contrasted with minor increases or stabilization in others.
Future trends to watch include the EU's push towards renewable energy. This policy shift may further reduce fossil fuel consumption, especially among larger economies with robust climate strategies. Additionally, technological advancements and energy-efficient practices will likely influence consumption dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Domestic Material Consumption of Fossil Fuel Share by Country (Million Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.35 | 2023 | -1.88% | -3.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 10.88 | 2023 | +0.2% | -0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.16 | 2023 | -1.48% | -1.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.11 | 2023 | -3.5% | -3.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.86 | 2023 | -0.92% | -0.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.82 | 2023 | -2.58% | -3.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 4.5 | 2023 | +2.74% | +7.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.75 | 2023 | -1.1% | -1.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3.2 | 2023 | -3.79% | -5.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 3.08 | 2023 | +0.58% | +1.01% | View data |
