In 2023, Serbia led European lignite consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector with 35.77 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by Romania at 32.24 and Poland at 10.17. Notable year-on-year variations included a substantial increase of 15.09% in Romania and a significant decline of 14.11% in the Netherlands. Serbia saw a modest rise of 4.22%, while Croatia experienced the most significant growth at 21.73%. Bulgaria also showed a remarkable increase of 109.43%, suggesting emerging changes in consumption patterns. However, countries like Austria, Czech Republic, and the Netherlands saw notable declines in consumption.
Future trends to watch include the potential increase in lignite consumption in Romania and Croatia, given their recent substantial growth, indicating a shift in industry reliance. Furthermore, the significant dip in consumption in traditional users like the Netherlands and Austria requires monitoring, as they might signal a shift toward alternative energy sources. Sustainable practices and regulatory changes could further impact these trends in the coming years.
Top countries in Lignite Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 35.77 | 2023 | +3.54% | +4.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 32.24 | 2023 | +2.52% | +15.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.17 | 2023 | +7.3% | +2.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 5.26 | 2023 | -3.02% | -3.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 4.88 | 2023 | +2.79% | -14.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.34 | 2023 | -0.25% | -2.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 3.04 | 2023 | +28.55% | +2.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Macedonia | 2.14 | 2023 | +8.57% | -1.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 0.91 | 2023 | -0.48% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 0.67 | 2023 | -24.75% | -12.92% | View data |
