In 2023, Germany led the final consumption of brown coal in the European Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector with 93.37 thousand metric tons, followed by the Czech Republic with 83.3. France's consumption was significantly lower at 31.0, while Kosovo, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina also showed notable levels. Variations in 2023 reveal a decline in consumption for most countries, with Germany experiencing a significant decrease of 14.49%, and Bulgaria the largest drop at 17.31%. Conversely, Serbia and Montenegro showed increased consumption, with increments of 1.39% and 4.81%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include the potential for further declines in brown coal consumption as countries aim to reduce carbon emissions and transition to cleaner energy sources. The ongoing energy transition and policy changes across Europe could significantly impact the sector, with nations likely to focus more on sustainable practices and technologies.
Top countries in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sector Final Consumption of Brown Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 93.37 | 2023 | -11.99% | -14.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 83.3 | 2023 | -1.39% | -1.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 31 | 2023 | -0.048% | -10.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kosovo | 20.38 | 2021 | +10% | -3.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 16.95 | 2023 | +10.24% | -4.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 13.14 | 2023 | +5.66% | -5.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 10.21 | 2023 | +3.84% | +1.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 4.3 | 2023 | +4.88% | +4.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 0.42 | 2023 | -46.46% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.12 | 2023 | +3.57% | View data |
