The European machinery sector's consumption of solid fossil fuels exhibits varied trends across countries. In 2023, France leads with a consumption of 41.41 gigawatthours, experiencing a slight decrease of 0.96%. Germany shows a significant decline of 16.04%, while the United Kingdom faces a 4.19% reduction. Notably, Serbia records a 4.84% increase, reflecting divergent dynamics within the region. Smaller markets like Macedonia witnessed an explosive rise of 175.67%, albeit from a low base. The Czech Republic and Poland encounter notable contractions of 29.09% and 42.96%, respectively, highlighting potential shifts in energy usage within their machinery sectors.
Future trends to watch include the transition towards renewable energy sources as countries strive to meet climate goals. This will likely lead to further declines in solid fossil fuel consumption. Variability in consumption patterns may persist as political and economic factors influence national energy strategies.
Top countries in Machinery Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 41.41 | 2023 | -1.09% | -0.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Serbia | 22.34 | 2023 | +2.57% | +4.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 13.26 | 2023 | -4.13% | -4.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9.33 | 2023 | -48.08% | -16.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 3.37 | 2023 | -49.71% | -29.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.07 | 2023 | -88.01% | -42.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1.85 | 2023 | +0.81% | -2.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 0.63 | 2023 | -1.03% | -20.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Montenegro | 0.47 | 2023 | +5.61% | +5.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.25 | 2021 | -6.22% | View data |
