In 2023, Poland, Germany, and Ukraine led Europe in solid fossil fuel consumption, with Poland's share being significantly larger. Recent trends show overall declines in key countries, with France and the UK experiencing substantial reductions by 6.09% and 7.49%, respectively. Only Norway, Romania, Greece, Croatia, Macedonia, Cyprus, Montenegro, and Portugal reported small or no increases. Notably, Poland, Germany, and Ukraine experienced declines of 4.67%, 0.6%, and 1.73%. Over five years, the landscape may shift as countries implement energy transitions.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Countries reducing reliance on solid fossil fuels due to stricter climate policies and increasing renewable energy capacities.
- Potential for geopolitical influences on energy availability in regions like Eastern Europe.
- Technological advancements in cleaner fossil fuel utilization.
- Economic factors influencing energy demand and consumption.
Top countries in Availability for Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 30.1 | 2023 | -2.08% | -4.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20.07 | 2023 | +9.27% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 13.14 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 5.13 | 2023 | -4.85% | -3.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.87 | 2023 | +5.73% | -6.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 3.96 | 2023 | -8.86% | -7.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 2.14 | 2023 | +1.45% | +2.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2.04 | 2023 | -6.13% | -4.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2 | 2023 | +2.06% | +1.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.68 | 2023 | +10.23% | -4.34% | View data |
