In 2023, Poland emerged as the leading consumer of lignite in agriculture and forestry with a significant share of 56.14 gigawatthours, followed by the Czech Republic at 21.68. Bulgaria and Greece had lower consumption rates, with Greece showing a positive year-on-year increase of 0.95%. Slovakia experienced a notable increase of 7.99%, indicating a shift towards higher exports or increased agricultural needs. On the contrary, countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia registered sharp declines, the former plummeting by 24.29%, showcasing diversified energy sources or improved efficiencies.
Future trends to watch include the shift towards sustainable energy sources, potentially causing further reductions in lignite use across Europe. Policy changes and technological advancements in renewable energy could reshape the energy landscape in agriculture and forestry. Monitoring the transition timelines and adoption rates of greener alternatives will be critical for understanding the evolving dynamics in lignite consumption.
Top countries in Lignite Final Consumption in Agriculture and Forestry Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 56.14 | 2023 | +14.37% | -4.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 21.68 | 2023 | +0.078% | -1.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 10.78 | 2023 | +5.4% | -0.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 2.78 | 2023 | +0.069% | +0.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Macedonia | 2.56 | 2023 | +16.08% | -1.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 2.55 | 2023 | -1.31% | +7.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1.35 | 2021 | -1.09% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.19 | 2023 | -32.89% | -24.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 0.12 | 2021 | -60.6% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.056 | 2021 | +51.55% | View data |
