The European textile and leather sector shows diverse consumption patterns of renewables and biofuels, with Serbia leading at 36.71 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. Portugal and Spain also have significant shares, while Germany and Ukraine's consumption are rising significantly by 12.99% and 28.01%, respectively. Bulgaria faced a decline of 6.33%, whereas Austria saw a considerable growth of 15.23%. Overall, there's a mixed landscape marked by regional differences and changes. Over the last five years, the apparent trend reflects an increased emphasis on renewables in countries like Ukraine and Finland, while others show stability or slight declines.
Future trends to watch include the potential expansion of renewable energy in Eastern Europe, driven by initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprints, and the adaptation of greener technologies in Western European countries, seeking to lead the charge toward sustainability in the sector.
Top countries in Textile and Leather Sector Final Consumption of Renewables and Biofuels Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 36.71 | 2023 | -1.73% | -1.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 25.99 | 2023 | -0.06% | -0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.63 | 2023 | +2.86% | +1.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5.7 | 2023 | +2.94% | +12.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 5.65 | 2023 | +27.68% | +28.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3.55 | 2023 | +0.055% | +3.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 2.75 | 2023 | +8.77% | -6.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 2.02 | 2023 | +1.58% | +6.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1 | 2023 | 0% | -6.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.94 | 2023 | +6.73% | -3.61% | View data |
