In 2024, Germany dominates the European brown coal briquettes market with a substantial consumption share of 75.09 gigawatthours, despite a 4.15% decline from 2023. Czech Republic holds a distant second at 7.65 gigawatthours, with a slight upward trend of 0.5% year-on-year. Slovakia shows significant growth momentum with a 42.43% increase, whereas Serbia experienced a notable decline of 11.25%. Other countries like Belgium, Poland, Austria, and Ireland face declining shares, while Luxembourg and Hungary are witnessing moderate upturns.
Future trends to watch include:
- The possible continuation of Germany's diminishing share as renewable energy alternatives gain traction.
- Sustained or increased investment in Slovakia, which could bolster its share further.
- Environmental regulations potentially impacting brown coal consumption, encouraging a shift towards cleaner energy sources across Europe.
Top countries in Brown Coal Briquettes Available for Final Consumption Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 75.09 | 2023 | -3.11% | -4.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 7.65 | 2023 | -1.41% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 6.83 | 2023 | +7.33% | -2.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 4.05 | 2023 | -7.73% | -11.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1.8 | 2021 | +43.36% | +33.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1.4 | 2023 | +12.69% | +42.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1.12 | 2023 | +12.55% | +4.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.93 | 2023 | +19.11% | +3.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.9 | 2023 | +15.17% | +2.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.64 | 2023 | +17.09% | -4.54% | View data |
