In 2023, Albania led the European non-metallic minerals sector in final consumption of anthracite, with a consumption of 32.43 thousand metric tons, reflecting a 6.38% increase from the previous year. Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced no change, while Poland saw a 7% decline. Notably, Slovakia's consumption grew significantly by 14.87%, despite lower overall volumes. Conversely, France and Belgium experienced modest declines of 2.95% and 3.14%, respectively. Over the last five years, fluctuating consumption patterns have been observed, with coal use declining in some regions while others like Slovakia show growth spurts.
Future trends to monitor include a shift towards renewable energy sources within the European non-metallic minerals sector, potentially leading to further reductions in anthracite consumption. Furthermore, economic factors and policy changes focused on reducing carbon footprints could significantly influence consumption patterns across countries.
Top countries in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Final Consumption of Anthracite Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Albania | 32.43 | 2023 | +2.49% | +6.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 18.91 | 2023 | +12.1% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 14.92 | 2023 | +2.74% | -7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 11.19 | 2023 | +8.44% | +3.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 10.35 | 2023 | +7.56% | -2.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 7.24 | 2023 | +10% | -3.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 2.89 | 2023 | +4.56% | +1.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.85 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 0.64 | 2023 | +4.22% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 0.59 | 2023 | +1.96% | +6.5% | View data |
