In 2023, Germany led European biomass consumption with a significant growth rate of 3.3%, contrasting with France, which saw a slight decline of 0.51%. The UK and Poland experienced modest increases of 1.25% and 1.09%, respectively, while Italy's consumption stagnated. Notably, Spain and Romania saw significant declines in biomass consumption by 2.61% and 4.23%. Lithuania, Norway, Latvia, Estonia, and Luxembourg reported remarkable increases, with Estonia soaring by 7.47% and Luxembourg by 8.07%. On the downside, countries such as Hungary, Greece, and Slovenia saw declines, reflecting regional variations in biomass usage and management.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased investment in renewable biomass energy sources, driven by European climate goals. Technological advancements and policy incentives are expected to spur growth in countries currently showing modest or negative growth. Sustainability measures and economic conditions will continue to influence consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Biomass Domestic Material Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 267,720 | 2023 | +4.04% | +3.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 213,860 | 2023 | +7.69% | -0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 186,100 | 2023 | +0.54% | +1.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 151,940 | 2023 | -5.73% | +1.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 131,230 | 2023 | -2.14% | +0.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 125,690 | 2023 | +12.09% | -2.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 63,760 | 2023 | +14.53% | -4.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 60,320 | 2023 | +1.96% | +0.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 55,210 | 2023 | +13.87% | +0.071% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 50,230 | 2023 | -3.55% | +0.33% | View data |
