The European food, beverages, and tobacco sector's final consumption of hard coal demonstrates diverse trends by country. In 2023, Poland held a notable lead with 51.19 thousand metric tons, though it saw a decline of 4.03%. France and Germany also reported declines, whereas some smaller consumers like Serbia and Bulgaria experienced significant increases, with Serbia's usage almost doubling. Conversely, Ireland noted a stark drop of nearly 44%. Latvia showed a notable increase, whereas Lithuania reduced its reliance significantly.
Future trends to watch in the European sector include:
- A potential shift towards sustainable alternatives as countries increasingly pursue cleaner energy sources.
- Geopolitical factors influencing coal supply and price volatility, impacting national consumption levels.
- Technological innovations potentially reducing dependence on hard coal within the industry.
Top countries in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sector Final Consumption of Hard Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 51.19 | 2023 | -3.3% | -4.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 24.24 | 2023 | +6.27% | -4.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 6.08 | 2023 | -0.06% | -1.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 3.22 | 2023 | -3.7% | -6.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 3.15 | 2023 | +4.53% | -1.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2.99 | 2023 | +6.17% | +1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2.8 | 2023 | +1.39% | -1.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1.99 | 2023 | +5.9% | -1.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 1.36 | 2023 | +22.22% | +4.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1.3 | 2023 | +10.53% | 0% | View data |
