In 2023, Germany and Poland were the largest consumers of solid fossil fuels in the European Paper, Pulp, and Printing Sector, with values of 10.54 and 7.23 Thousand Terajoules, respectively. Year-on-year changes revealed a significant reduction in Germany's consumption at -3.92% and Austria at -4.06%. However, Finland and the Czech Republic showed consumption increases of 3.96% and 4.18%, respectively. Notable growth occurred in Serbia with a 14.48% rise, while Bulgaria surged by 23.93%. Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced the largest decline at -19.18%, indicating shifts in energy priorities or efficiencies.
Future trends to watch include a potential decrease in solid fossil fuel consumption due to the EU’s stringent climate goals and increased adoption of renewable energy resources. Countries could focus on transitioning towards more sustainable energy alternatives, emphasizing energy efficiency and technological advancements.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,540 | 2023 | -1.64% | -3.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 7,230 | 2023 | -0.27% | +0.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 3,200 | 2023 | +0.041% | -4.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 1,980 | 2023 | +6.54% | -1.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,890 | 2023 | -7.48% | -6.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 1,890 | 2023 | -0.21% | +3.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 1,680 | 2023 | +2.01% | +4.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 892.3 | 2023 | +10.13% | -0.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 783.79 | 2023 | -2.03% | -4.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 679.16 | 2023 | +5.92% | +14.48% | View data |
