The European chemical and petrochemical sector's final consumption of solid fossil fuels in 2023 was notably dominated by Poland, accounting for a substantial share of consumption. Norway, Bulgaria, Belgium, and Ukraine showed positive year-on-year growth, with Belgium and Ukraine experiencing significant increases. Conversely, Germany and Austria faced considerable declines. The United Kingdom had the most pronounced decrease, while several smaller markets showed stability or modest change.
Future trends to watch include a continued decrease in the use of solid fossil fuels driven by environmental regulations and a shift towards cleaner energy sources. The sector may see increased diversification into renewables and technological innovations aimed at reducing carbon footprints.
Top countries in Chemical and Petrochemical Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 47.58 | 2023 | +2.01% | -0.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12.02 | 2023 | +3.25% | -3.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 11.31 | 2023 | +1.74% | +5.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 8.55 | 2023 | -3.02% | -4.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 7.12 | 2023 | +1.56% | +1.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.63 | 2023 | -26.29% | -18.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.48 | 2023 | -0.36% | -3.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.17 | 2023 | +20.45% | -3.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 1.03 | 2023 | +1.9% | -5.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.56 | 2023 | +14.44% | +11.19% | View data |
