The European market for brown coal briquettes saw varied trends in 2023. Germany remains the dominant consumer, though it experienced a 4.15% decrease, signifying a decline in demand. The Czech Republic noted a positive growth of 5.4%, indicating rising consumption. Belgium and Ireland saw slight declines, while Slovakia's demand surged by 36.31%, highlighting potential market expansion. Conversely, Serbia, Poland, and Austria noted significant reductions, hinting at a decrease in reliance. France and Luxembourg's minor growth implies stable demand.
Looking forward, sustainability efforts and energy diversification will impact brown coal briquette consumption. Countries may prioritize renewable energy, affecting the overall share in consumption.
Top countries in Brown Coal Briquettes Available for Final Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 76.08 | 2023 | -3.11% | -4.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 7.25 | 2023 | +9.82% | +5.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 7.08 | 2023 | +8.61% | -1.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 4.3 | 2023 | -7.25% | -10.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 1.14 | 2023 | +9.5% | +36.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 0.96 | 2023 | +19.98% | +3.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 0.92 | 2023 | +15.17% | +2.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 0.8 | 2023 | -1.74% | -3.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.51 | 2023 | +6.02% | -1.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.34 | 2023 | +20.38% | -15.85% | View data |
