In 2023, France led Europe in electricity consumption in the food, beverages, and tobacco sector, despite a slight decline. Germany showed modest growth, while Italy exhibited significant growth of over 4%. The United Kingdom and Sweden experienced declines, whereas Spain and Poland saw increases. Eastern European countries like Ukraine, Hungary, and Greece showed robust growth, with Montenegro showing the highest growth. Conversely, countries like Ireland and Luxembourg experienced declines in consumption.
Future trends to watch in this sector include the impact of energy efficiency measures and renewable energy integration, which are expected to influence consumption patterns across European countries. Additionally, evolving regulatory environments and technological advancements may play critical roles in shaping the electricity consumption landscape in these sectors. This could lead to more even distribution of electricity use across countries and continual growth in areas experiencing rapid industrial development.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sectors Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 16.63 | 2023 | +1.09% | -0.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13.65 | 2023 | +0.95% | +0.037% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.16 | 2023 | +3.11% | +4.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.33 | 2023 | +0.19% | -0.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8.13 | 2023 | +1.16% | +2.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.71 | 2023 | +1.92% | +1.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.73 | 2023 | +0.2% | -0.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.58 | 2023 | +4.15% | +0.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 3.49 | 2023 | +1.77% | +1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2.31 | 2023 | +0.7% | +2.88% | View data |
