The European chemical and petrochemical sector's final consumption of non-renewable waste reveals that Germany leads with significant consumption, although its consumption slightly decreased by 1.92% in 2023. Austria, Italy, and the United Kingdom also maintain high consumption levels, with Austria and the UK showing notable increases of 4.9% and 4.48%, respectively. Romania and Slovenia saw the most substantial growth, with increases of 10.26% and 13.75%, while Hungary and Portugal, despite smaller absolute values, experienced the highest percentage growth. Conversely, the Netherlands and Belgium showed notable declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- The shift towards greener energy solutions may decrease reliance on non-renewable waste across Europe.
- Technological advances are likely to create efficiency improvements, affecting consumption patterns.
- Regulatory changes emphasizing sustainability could further accelerate reductions in non-renewable waste utilization.
Top countries in Chemical and Petrochemical Sector Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Waste Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 37.87 | 2023 | +2.26% | -1.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 17.6 | 2023 | +1.51% | +4.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 17.51 | 2023 | +2.41% | +0.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.54 | 2023 | +5.87% | +4.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 6.85 | 2023 | +26.81% | +10.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 6.23 | 2023 | +11.28% | +3.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 5.81 | 2023 | +6.15% | +1.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.5 | 2023 | +5.55% | +2.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3.2 | 2023 | -1.92% | -5.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 3.09 | 2023 | +2.88% | +1.95% | View data |
