In 2023, Germany led the European market in blended biodiesel consumption in rail transport with 370.73 GWh, exhibiting a 20.8% increase from the previous year. France and the Czech Republic followed with 98.98 GWh and 63.8 GWh respectively, showing slight growth. Lithuania saw significant expansion with a 16.12% rise. Moderate growth was observed in Austria and the Netherlands, while Latvia experienced a minor decline. Luxembourg showed notable improvement with a 10.69% increase. Finland and Norway's consumption remained stable, and Greece saw a massive drop of 67.84%. Over five years, the CAGR reflects Germany's strong upward trend in biodiesel usage.
Future trends to watch include the increasing adoption of renewable energy mandates across Europe, which may accelerate biodiesel use in rail transport. Investment in rail infrastructure and technology advancements may further support this upward trend, particularly in countries currently exhibiting modest growth.
Top countries in Blended Biodiesels Final Consumption in Rail Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 370.73 | 2023 | +11.95% | +20.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 98.98 | 2023 | +5.66% | +1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 63.8 | 2023 | +2.75% | +0.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 45.56 | 2023 | +2.77% | +16.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 25.31 | 2023 | +2.53% | +3.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 19.32 | 2023 | +6.38% | +3.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 18.39 | 2023 | +8.17% | -3.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 2.99 | 2023 | +7.78% | +10.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 1.1 | 2023 | +4.19% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 0.37 | 2023 | +4.26% | View data |
