In 2023, Poland led European coking coal gross inland consumption with 23.44 GWh. Germany and Ukraine followed with 18.08 GWh and 17.83 GWh respectively. Notable shares were also observed for France at 7.47 GWh and the Netherlands at 7.27 GWh. Over the last year, Poland increased its consumption by 0.14%, while Germany and Ukraine declined by 7.91% and 8.4% respectively. France saw a minor decrease of 1.76%. The Netherlands had a slight drop of 0.89%, and significant declines were seen in the United Kingdom (10.28%), Spain (13.34%), and Moldova (10.13%).
Future trends to watch include potential further declines in traditional coking coal consumption as the region transitions towards greener energy alternatives. Economies like Germany and the United Kingdom may significantly reduce their reliance on coking coal owing to strict environmental regulations. Additionally, technological advancements and shifts in the supply chain dynamics could also influence consumption patterns across the continent.
Top countries in Coking Coal Gross Inland Consumption Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 23.44 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.08 | 2023 | -6.97% | -7.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 17.83 | 2023 | -8.91% | -8.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.47 | 2023 | +3.27% | -1.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.27 | 2023 | +0.37% | -0.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.52 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 4.16 | 2023 | +2.41% | -3.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.75 | 2023 | -0.34% | -3.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.28 | 2023 | -13.66% | -10.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3.13 | 2023 | -0.43% | -0.2% | View data |
