In 2023, Germany led European intermediate consumption in environmental protection within the public sector, with 7.06 billion euros, representing a slight increase from the previous year. The Netherlands followed at 5.9 billion euros, also experiencing modest growth. Belgium and Austria showed less significant yet positive changes of 0.67% and 0.97%, respectively. Notable growth occurred in Portugal and Greece, increasing by 2.46% and 1.53%. Conversely, Ireland and Lithuania witnessed declines, particularly Lithuania with a sharp decrease of 12.01%. The five-year CAGR indicates a diverse evolution, emphasizing expansion in southern and eastern countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in environmental investment and stricter regulations in Central and Eastern European countries.
- Increased emphasis on sustainable public sector transformation, influencing heightened expenditures.
- The impact of European Green Deal initiatives on national budgets for environmental protection.
Top countries in Intermediate Consumption in All Environmental Protection Activities in All Activities by the Public Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 7,060 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 5,900 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 1,460 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 654.8 | 2023 | +1.69% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 629.9 | 2023 | +2.29% | +2.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 600 | 2023 | +1.69% | +1.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 515.6 | 2023 | +0.49% | -0.058% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 319.5 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 164.1 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 84.9 | 2023 | +1.43% | +1.07% | View data |
