In 2023, Germany led in the consumption of gas oil and diesel oil in construction among European countries, with a year-on-year increase of 2.38%. France showed modest growth of 0.69%, while consumption declined in the Netherlands and Spain by 2.05% and 1.01%, respectively. Eastern European countries like the Czech Republic and Romania presented significant increases, 10.54% and 3.65% respectively, signaling development in construction activities. Italy and Ireland experienced decreases of 7.23% and 1.06%. Overall, variations were mostly positive, pointing to a steady yet varied European energy consumption landscape per country.
Future trends to watch in European gas oil and diesel oil consumption for construction include the geopolitical impacts on energy supply, continued emphasis on sustainability, and the balance between renewable energy source integration and traditional fuel use. National policies, technological advancements, and market adaptations to greener alternatives will play critical roles in shaping consumption patterns.
Top countries in Gas Oil and Diesel Oil (Excluding Biofuel Portion) Final Consumption in Construction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16,050 | 2023 | +3.59% | +2.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,590 | 2023 | +1.69% | +0.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 5,120 | 2023 | -1.61% | -2.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 5,090 | 2023 | -3.83% | -1.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 4,370 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 3,060 | 2023 | -0.8% | -4.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 2,820 | 2023 | +1.44% | +3.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 2,520 | 2023 | +3.88% | +2.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2,420 | 2023 | +5.42% | +1.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2,230 | 2023 | -0.54% | -0.17% | View data |
