The United Kingdom leads in European fossil energy final consumption in rail transport, with an increasing share, while Germany and Italy see declines. Romania and Albania showed growth, contrasting with notable decreases in countries like Ukraine and Latvia. Greece and Macedonia had significant decreases, highlighting regional disparities due to economic or infrastructural factors.
Future trends to watch include shifts towards sustainable energy in rail transport as decarbonization initiatives grow. The transition is likely to alter fossil energy consumption patterns, impacting countries unevenly based on their current reliance on fossil fuels and investment in green technologies.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Rail Transport Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 22.39 | 2023 | -0.13% | +0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.35 | 2023 | -3.15% | -1.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.53 | 2023 | +2.01% | -1.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.92 | 2023 | -1.94% | -2.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 4.59 | 2023 | -8.05% | -11.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.46 | 2023 | -1.06% | -1.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.34 | 2023 | +4.69% | +4.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 4.03 | 2023 | +1.67% | -0.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.76 | 2023 | -11.82% | -7.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 3.69 | 2023 | +2.06% | -1.06% | View data |
