In 2023, Sweden led the European wood domestic material consumption in thousand metric tons, followed by Germany and Finland. Notable growth was seen in countries like the United Kingdom and Italy with year-on-year increases of 3.38% and 3.47% respectively. In contrast, Spain experienced a significant decline of 3.83%. Smaller nations like Luxembourg and Ireland saw remarkable upticks by over 6%. Nordic countries, despite a decline, maintained high consumption levels, reflecting their strong forestry sectors.
Future trends to observe include evolving sustainability practices and the impact of environmental regulations on consumption. The difference in growth between major players and emerging markets is critical, with a spotlight on innovations in sustainable wood usage that could drive shifts in domestic consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Wood Domestic Material Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 14.29 | 2023 | -0.011% | -0.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 11.5 | 2023 | +1.71% | -1.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 11.27 | 2023 | -0.18% | -1.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 6.94 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.75 | 2023 | +2.74% | +3.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.18 | 2023 | -0.32% | +0.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 5.36 | 2023 | +1.33% | +0.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 5.03 | 2023 | +4.52% | +3.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 4.37 | 2023 | +0.85% | +0.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.48 | 2023 | +1.4% | +3.07% | View data |
