In 2023, the European industry sector's final consumption of brown coal was highest in the Czech Republic, followed by Romania and Germany. These countries show varying trends with Romania experiencing a 6.4% increase, while the Czech Republic and Germany decreased by over 5%. Notably, Kosovo saw a significant growth of 16.68%. Over a five-year period, fluctuations in consumption suggest a shift towards reduced brown coal use in several countries, notably Germany and the Netherlands, where reliance on brown coal is diminishing. Conversely, emerging markets like Kosovo and Bosnia and Herzegovina indicate growth trends likely driven by industrial demand.
Future trends will likely see continued decline in traditional brown coal use as European countries advance towards sustainable energy solutions. Key countries to watch include Germany and the Czech Republic for their moves away from coal, while emerging Eastern European nations may temporarily increase usage due to industrialization. Monitoring technological advancements and policy shifts towards renewable energy will be crucial in predicting longer-term consumption patterns.
Top countries in Industry Sector Final Consumption of Brown Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 22.56 | 2023 | -6.5% | -5.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 21.48 | 2023 | +1.23% | +6.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 13.64 | 2023 | -5.1% | -5.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 11.72 | 2023 | +4.29% | +12.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 11.14 | 2023 | -0.13% | +1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 4.79 | 2023 | +4.25% | +4.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Macedonia | 4.52 | 2023 | +0.24% | +5.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.43 | 2023 | +4.01% | +0.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 2.17 | 2023 | -1.7% | +16.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1.68 | 2023 | -0.12% | -5.65% | View data |
