The data illustrates that Germany leads the European fossil energy consumption in the chemical and petrochemical sectors, followed by the Netherlands and France. While some nations like Germany, France, and Belgium saw slight declines in consumption in 2023, countries like Poland, Ukraine, and Austria experienced growth. Notably, Sweden and Malta registered significant increases, while Estonia and Latvia reported substantial downturns. The United Kingdom and Finland also saw marked reductions. Over a five-year horizon, consistent decreases or modest increases are anticipated across various countries.
Future trends to watch include an ongoing gradual shift towards renewable energy sources in Europe, which could result in reduced reliance on fossil energy. Additionally, technological advancements and increased energy efficiency in the chemical and petrochemical sectors may drive further consumption changes.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,050 | 2023 | -3.12% | -2.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 6,440 | 2023 | -0.15% | -1.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 4,000 | 2023 | -0.26% | -1.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 3,280 | 2023 | +1.24% | -0.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 3,070 | 2023 | +0.15% | -0.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 2,960 | 2023 | -0.79% | +1.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2,840 | 2023 | -2.8% | -0.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 2,060 | 2023 | -4.65% | -4.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1,090 | 2023 | -11.97% | -2.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 970.17 | 2023 | -0.0034% | +0.68% | View data |
