In 2023, France led European tar sands and oil shale exports at 53.41 thousand metric tons, with a 21.82% increase from the previous year. Spain followed at 34.62 thousand metric tons, experiencing a 6.3% decrease. Belgium showed notable growth, rising by 345.28% to 6.77 thousand metric tons. Portugal's exports slightly increased by 1.26%, while the Netherlands remained steady. Smaller markets like Sweden and Switzerland saw significant growth, but Germany witnessed a slight decline of 0.63%. Export volumes from countries like Denmark, Croatia, and Austria were minimal.
Future trends to watch include potential policy shifts towards renewable energy, impacting the demand for tar sands and oil shale. European markets might experience regulatory changes affecting their export capacities, especially in major exporting countries. Technological advancements in extraction and processing could also play a role in shaping export dynamics.
Top countries in Tar Sands and Oil Shale Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 53.41 | 2023 | +21.81% | +21.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 34.62 | 2023 | +2.93% | -6.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 6.77 | 2023 | +3550% | +345.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 6.06 | 2023 | +3.45% | +1.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 4.75 | 2023 | +4.47% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 0.077 | 2023 | -9.41% | +27.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 0.062 | 2023 | +8.77% | -0.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.008 | 2021 | +300% | -20.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 0.004 | 2023 | -50% | +31.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.003 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
