European Share of Heat in Households Final Consumption by Country

In 2023, Iceland led European countries with a remarkably high household heat consumption share at 82.86%. Northern European nations like Denmark, Sweden, and Latvia followed with significant shares above 30%. Eastern Europe, including Poland and Slovakia, exhibited moderate consumption, while Southern and Western Europe, including Italy and the United Kingdom, demonstrated much lower values with Portugal recording the lowest at 0.03%. These variations highlight geographical and climatic influences on heating needs.

Future trends to watch include technological advancements in heating systems, increased adoption of renewable energy sources, and regulatory changes aimed at improving energy efficiency. These factors could reshape the landscape of heat consumption in European households in the coming years.