In 2023, Germany led European consumption of brown coal briquettes in the non-metallic minerals sector with 2.05 million metric tons. Notable year-on-year growth occurred in France (10.46%) and Serbia (22.24%), while Hungary experienced a decline of 4.71%. A downward trend was observed in Belgium (-1.52%), the Czech Republic (-0.65%), and Luxembourg (-0.6%). Over the last five years, the sector displayed modest growth, with slight variations in consumption across these countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- Emission regulations could impact consumption patterns.
- Shifts towards renewable energy sources may reduce brown coal usage.
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency might alter demand.
Top countries in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Final Consumption of Brown Coal Briquettes by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,050 | 2023 | +0.55% | +1.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 339.7 | 2023 | +8.88% | -1.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 56.32 | 2023 | +2.74% | -0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 22 | 2023 | 0% | -4.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 11.77 | 2023 | +28.75% | +10.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 8.84 | 2023 | +9.77% | +22.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Luxembourg | 3.04 | 2023 | -3.06% | -0.6% | View data |
