In 2023, Poland dominated the European household consumption of solid fossil fuels, followed by the Czech Republic and the United Kingdom. These countries experienced reductions in consumption from the previous year, with Germany and Hungary showing significant declines of over 12% and 14%, respectively. Notable increases were observed in Slovakia and Romania, with Latvia showing a significant uptick as well. Household consumption continues to transition away from solid fossil fuels, reflected by overall decreasing trends, although some countries show nuanced increases or decreases based on various socio-economic factors.
Looking forward, further declines in the consumption of solid fossil fuels by households are anticipated due to increased regulatory pressures and the ongoing transition to greener energy solutions. Countries with recent upticks may stabilize or decrease consumption as sustainability measures gain momentum across Europe. Monitoring energy policies and technological advancements will be essential to understanding future shifts in household energy consumption patterns.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption by Households Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 69.43 | 2023 | -1.07% | -4.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 8.64 | 2023 | -4.19% | -5.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 4.63 | 2023 | -9.98% | -8.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 3.67 | 2023 | -13.77% | -12.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 2.65 | 2023 | -0.049% | -1.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 2.54 | 2023 | -3.89% | -3.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 1.42 | 2023 | -17.89% | -3.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.99 | 2023 | -2.53% | -1.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.92 | 2023 | +1.23% | -4.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.86 | 2023 | -21.41% | -14% | View data |
