In 2023, Germany leads in European renewables and biofuels consumption in rail transport with 57.31 GWh, reporting a year-on-year increase of 20.8%. France follows with 15.3 GWh, seeing a modest rise of 1.05%, while the Czech Republic's consumption grew by 0.68% to reach 9.86 GWh. Lithuania experienced significant growth at 16.12%, reaching 7.04 GWh. Conversely, Latvia and Romania saw declines, with Latvia dropping by 3.33% and Romania by 9.27%. Greece marked the most substantial decrease at 67.84%, down to 0.01 GWh.
Looking ahead, as European nations intensify their decarbonization efforts, the consumption of renewables and biofuels in rail is expected to continue growing. Germany, already leading, might push further with advanced technologies. Countries with current declines might stabilize or grow through policy support and infrastructure investment.
Top countries in Renewables and Biofuels Final Consumption in Rail Transport Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 57.31 | 2023 | +11.95% | +20.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 15.3 | 2023 | +5.66% | +1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 9.86 | 2023 | +2.75% | +0.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 7.04 | 2023 | +2.77% | +16.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 3.91 | 2023 | +2.51% | +3.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 2.99 | 2023 | +6.38% | +3.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 2.84 | 2023 | +8.17% | -3.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 0.46 | 2023 | +7.78% | +10.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.17 | 2023 | +4.19% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 0.057 | 2023 | +4.26% | View data |
