The European Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector has shown varied final lignite consumption trends by country. Germany and the Czech Republic lead, consuming 93.37 and 87.01 thousand metric tons respectively in recent years. In 2023, Germany, France, and Croatia saw notable declines in lignite consumption by 14.3%, 10.54%, and 4.91% respectively, while Montenegro displayed a modest increase of 4.81%. Most other countries either experienced minor declines or negligible changes, such as Bulgaria and Poland. Over the past five years, these trends illustrate a gradual shift away from lignite due to environmental pressures and energy transition policies.
Looking ahead, expect continued reduction in lignite use driven by stricter European emissions regulations, increased adoption of renewable energy sources, and diversification efforts within the Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector. Germany and Czech Republic's shifts will significantly influence regional consumption patterns, as they are major players in this space.
Top countries in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sector Final Consumption of Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 93.37 | 2023 | -11.95% | -14.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 87.01 | 2023 | -0.17% | -1.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 31 | 2023 | -0.048% | -10.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kosovo | 20.38 | 2021 | +10% | -3.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 16.95 | 2023 | +10.24% | -4.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 13.14 | 2023 | +5.66% | -5.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 9.57 | 2023 | +2.79% | -0.072% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 4.3 | 2023 | +4.88% | +4.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 0.23 | 2023 | +18.78% | -0.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.12 | 2023 | +3.57% | View data |
