In 2023, Italy led European fuel oil consumption in the food, beverages, and tobacco sectors with 19.72 GWh, though it faced a significant annual decrease of 22.54%. Greece followed with 18.35 GWh, displaying a modest drop of 2.31%. Notably, France, Spain, and Portugal recorded considerable consumptions with varying declines. Conversely, Serbia and Macedonia exhibited consumption growth. Particularly striking was the Czech Republic's substantial increase of 31.79% and Latvia's surge of 35.85%, contrasting sharply with Denmark's drastic fall of 34.31% and Bulgaria's 37.2% decline.
For future trends, it will be essential to watch for the impact of sustainable energy initiatives and regulatory changes on the consumption patterns, as well as advancements in energy efficiency in these sectors, which may alter dependency on fuel oil.
Top countries in Fuel Oil Final Consumption in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sectors Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 19.72 | 2023 | -19.34% | -22.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 18.35 | 2023 | -3.83% | -2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.18 | 2021 | +45.67% | -6.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.97 | 2021 | -32.13% | -14.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 6.9 | 2023 | -23.46% | -15.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 4.51 | 2023 | -9.53% | -10.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 2.84 | 2023 | +9.13% | +3.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2.81 | 2023 | +0.42% | -4.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 2.7 | 2023 | +2.8% | -0.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 2.64 | 2021 | -33.33% | +2.13% | View data |
