In 2023, Ukraine led European electricity final consumption in mining and quarrying, with Sweden and Poland trailing behind. Over the past year, Serbia (7.05%) and Albania (11.13%) experienced notable growth. Conversely, countries like Luxembourg (-11.31%) and Montenegro (-9.25%) saw declines. Over the last five years, varying growth patterns emerged across countries. Poland, Finland, and Bulgaria showed an upward trend, while Austria and the Czech Republic declined.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of environmental regulations, which may affect electricity consumption in mining operations.
- Technological advancements that could enhance energy efficiency and alter consumption patterns.
- Renewable energy integration, potentially influencing overall electricity usage in the mining sector.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Mining and Quarrying Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 30.79 | 2023 | -0.05% | +0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 11.44 | 2023 | +1.49% | -1.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.17 | 2023 | +2.06% | +2.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6.13 | 2023 | -0.0031% | -0.047% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5.62 | 2023 | -0.3% | -0.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.17 | 2023 | -0.041% | -0.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 5.15 | 2023 | +0.73% | +1.91% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 5.08 | 2023 | +4.46% | -2.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 3.94 | 2023 | +0.89% | +1.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 1.9 | 2023 | -1.11% | -0.94% | View data |
