In 2023, Finland led the European domestic navigation sector in the consumption of renewables and biofuels, with a significant 37.92% year-on-year increase. Close behind, the Netherlands experienced a 31.7% rise. Sweden and Cyprus maintained stability with no variation, while Spain and Portugal saw declines of 6.92% and 5.82%, respectively. Norway, France, Greece, and Malta showed moderate growth. Notably, Luxembourg and Iceland remained largely unchanged.
Future trends to watch include the adoption of green technologies across Europe, varying national policies on energy, and an increasing focus on sustainability, which may drive growth in renewables and biofuels consumption. Regional efforts towards decarbonization and meeting climate goals are likely to evolve, influencing the trajectory of renewable energy integration into domestic navigation.
Top countries in Domestic Navigation Sector Final Consumption of Renewables and Biofuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 25.06 | 2023 | +20.37% | +37.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 21.2 | 2023 | +7.56% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 19.14 | 2023 | +2.71% | +10.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 14.18 | 2023 | +46.65% | +31.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 12.67 | 2023 | +9.82% | +5.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 4.31 | 2023 | -0.63% | -5.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1.61 | 2023 | +2.77% | -6.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.22 | 2023 | +5.95% | +9.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.35 | 2023 | +35.1% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.2 | 2023 | +4.16% | +5.63% | View data |
