In 2023, Germany and Ukraine were the highest consumers of solid fossil fuels among European countries, with each consuming 2.89 million tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by Poland. The year-on-year variation shows significant reductions in consumption across most nations, with notable decreases in the UK, France, and Italy. Conversely, Romania and Norway saw increases, while Croatia and Kosovo experienced substantial growth at 11.04% and 25.95%, respectively. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) tends to show a declining trend in solid fossil fuel consumption across Europe, highlighting a regional shift toward cleaner energy sources.
Future trends to watch include:
- Sustained decline in solid fossil fuel consumption as countries continue to implement renewable energy initiatives.
- Potential impact of energy policy shifts, especially in countries heavily reliant on solid fossil fuels.
- Technological advancements and stricter environmental regulations driving transitions in energy consumption patterns.
- Economic and geopolitical factors could influence strategic decisions related to energy sourcing and consumption.
Top countries in Industry Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,890 | 2023 | -3.09% | -2.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 2,890 | 2023 | -3.17% | -2.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 2,650 | 2023 | +0.8% | -1.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 833.99 | 2023 | -7.15% | -6.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 823.09 | 2023 | -3.22% | -5.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 700.77 | 2023 | +1.18% | +3.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 647.88 | 2023 | -6.82% | -5.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 541.49 | 2023 | -0.74% | +3.2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 426.39 | 2023 | -0.79% | -6.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 384.14 | 2023 | +0.87% | -1.53% | View data |
