As of 2023, Poland leads in solid fossil fuel consumption in Europe, followed by Germany and Ukraine. Year-on-year, notable declines were observed in the United Kingdom (-7.49%) and France (-6.09%), suggesting a shift away from solid fossil fuels. Contrarily, Norway and Macedonia saw increases, with Kosovo experiencing a 32.1% surge. Croatia's consumption rose by 10.37%, hinting at specific sectoral demand. Over the past five years, the overall trend indicates a gradual decrease in reliance on solid fossil fuels across most countries, as demonstrated by declines in key markets.
Looking ahead, the ongoing transition towards renewable energy sources, tightened environmental regulations, and fluctuating geopolitical factors will likely further reduce solid fossil fuel use in Europe. Monitoring the impact of technological advancements and energy policy reforms will be crucial for understanding future consumption patterns.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Available for Final Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 102,000 | 2023 | -2.08% | -4.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 67,990 | 2023 | +9.27% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 44,520 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 17,390 | 2023 | -4.85% | -3.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 16,500 | 2023 | +5.73% | -6.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 13,410 | 2023 | -8.86% | -7.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 7,250 | 2023 | +1.45% | +2.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 6,900 | 2023 | -6.13% | -4.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 6,790 | 2023 | +2.06% | +1.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 5,690 | 2023 | +10.23% | -4.34% | View data |
