In 2023, Germany led European biomass exports with 13.64 million metric tons, followed by the Netherlands and France with 10.86 and 10.71 million metric tons, respectively. Germany witnessed a minor increase of 1.03% year-on-year, while the Netherlands and Belgium saw stronger growth at 2.03% and 2.29%, respectively. Poland, growing at 2.72%, has also emerged as a key player. Conversely, France's exports slightly declined by 0.091%.
Smaller countries like Bulgaria and Serbia showed significant growth of 5.68% and 5.48%, respectively. Notable increases were witnessed in countries like Romania (4.39%), Hungary (3.06%), and Lithuania (4.92%). However, some countries like Iceland and Malta saw declines.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased biomass demand driven by green energy initiatives. There is also a possibility of changes in market dominance as Eastern European countries continue to display rapid growth. Tracking policy developments and technological advancements will be critical for anticipating shifts in biomass export patterns.
Top countries in Exports of Biomass Share by Country (Million Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 13.64 | 2023 | +0.68% | +1.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10.86 | 2023 | +1.65% | +2.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10.71 | 2023 | +0.27% | -0.091% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6.82 | 2023 | +2.01% | +0.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5.77 | 2023 | +1.78% | +2.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.23 | 2023 | +2.75% | +2.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.48 | 2023 | +0.38% | +1.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 4.39 | 2023 | +2.5% | +4.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3.45 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3.44 | 2023 | +3.32% | +4.39% | View data |
