The Czech Republic led the European final consumption of lignite with 1.88 million metric tons in 2023, though its consumption decreased by 4.92% year-on-year. Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia showed positive growths of 5.25% and 1.49%, respectively, while Germany's consumption fell by 6.44%. Notably, Kosovo experienced the most significant increase at 21.65%. Romania also saw a considerable rise at 10.13%, contrasting significantly with France, Bulgaria, and Netherlands, which experienced declines of 9.74%, 17.73%, and 25.98%, respectively. Austria, Greece, and Italy consumed the least lignite, reflecting a consistent downward trend across the region.
Future trends may include a continued decline in lignite consumption driven by renewable energy transitions and regulatory pressures, especially in Western Europe. Potential increases in demand could occur in some Eastern European countries due to economic or policy shifts, but overall, the emphasis will likely remain on reducing lignite reliance.
Top countries in Final Consumption of Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 1,880 | 2023 | -4.41% | -4.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 938.19 | 2023 | +7.93% | +5.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 844.57 | 2023 | -3.52% | +1.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 556.57 | 2023 | +6.85% | +10.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 473.04 | 2023 | -7.34% | -6.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 393.36 | 2023 | +11.34% | -2.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Kosovo | 249.21 | 2023 | +1.17% | +21.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 233 | 2023 | -6.05% | -2.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 70 | 2023 | -14.63% | -6.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 47.38 | 2023 | -6.13% | -0.4% | View data |
