Portugal leads European charcoal consumption in commercial and public services with 36.12 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, despite a slight decline of 0.4% in 2023. Germany follows, having experienced a minimal drop of 0.43%. Austria saw a moderate growth of 1.88%, while Lithuania and Bosnia and Herzegovina had significant increases of 18.43% and 12.6%, respectively. Meanwhile, Serbia faced a sharp decline of 44.61%. Over the last five years, average annual growth varied across countries, with some showing positive trends, while others declined.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental policies and technological innovations on charcoal consumption patterns. Shifts towards renewable energy sources and stringent regulations may further alter the demand in the commercial and public sectors across Europe.
Top countries in Charcoal Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 36.12 | 2023 | +16.26% | -0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16.95 | 2023 | +8.83% | -0.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 8.79 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 8.42 | 2023 | +12.66% | +18.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Cyprus | 8.19 | 2023 | +2.8% | +0.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 8 | 2023 | +2.94% | +1.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.79 | 2023 | -0.63% | +12.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Albania | 4.27 | 2023 | +2.96% | +9.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2.33 | 2023 | +6.85% | +3.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Moldova | 2.11 | 2023 | +19.44% | +4.16% | View data |
