In 2023, Germany led Europe's fossil fuel consumption, followed by Poland and the UK. Notably, countries like Spain, Bulgaria, and Croatia either maintained consumption or saw incremental increases, while Greece and Estonia experienced significant declines. On average, most European countries witnessed a reduction in fossil fuel consumption, reflecting broader shifts towards sustainable energy. The data presents a downward trend for major consumers like Germany and France, indicating a potential strategic pivot.
Looking forward to 2024 and beyond, anticipate further reductions in fossil fuel consumption as EU countries intensify efforts to implement renewable energy policies and embrace greener technologies to meet climate goals.
Top countries in Fossil Fuels Energy Domestic Material Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.78 | 2023 | -4.22% | -5.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 10.52 | 2023 | -4.6% | -2.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 8.69 | 2023 | -3.5% | -3.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.64 | 2023 | -3.38% | -1.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.01 | 2023 | -1.62% | -2.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 6.13 | 2023 | -0.027% | +0.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5.11 | 2023 | -3.32% | -3.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.58 | 2023 | -6.2% | -3.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 3.2 | 2023 | +0.42% | +0.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2.8 | 2023 | -9.54% | +0.89% | View data |
