In 2023, Poland led the European Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector in the final consumption of hard coal, with significant usage also noted in France and Germany. Despite being a major consumer, Poland experienced a 4.03% decline in consumption compared to 2022, aligning with a broader trend of decreasing coal usage across Europe. Countries like Belgium and Spain saw slight increases in consumption, while nations such as Ireland and Lithuania recorded substantial declines. Serbia, however, showed a striking rise in consumption by 99.58%, marking a stark deviation from the general trend.
Future trends to watch include a potential continued shift towards alternative energy sources, driven by environmental regulations and sustainability goals. Countries may further reduce their reliance on hard coal, aiming for a lower carbon footprint within the food, beverages, and tobacco sectors. Observing how these shifts influence energy consumption and industry practices will be crucial in understanding the region's energy landscape.
Top countries in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sector Final Consumption of Hard Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 826.52 | 2023 | -3.3% | -4.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 391.37 | 2023 | +6.27% | -4.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 98.09 | 2023 | -0.06% | -1.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 52 | 2023 | -3.7% | -6.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 50.8 | 2023 | +4.53% | -1.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 48.2 | 2023 | +6.17% | +1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 45.28 | 2023 | +1.39% | -1.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 32.2 | 2023 | +5.9% | -1.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 22 | 2023 | +22.22% | +4.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 21 | 2023 | +10.53% | 0% | View data |
