In 2023, Ukraine led the European countries in solid fossil fuel consumption in the iron and steel sector, despite experiencing a 3.19% decline. Germany and Romania followed, with Germany witnessing a slight decrease and Romania observing a 2.14% increase. Extraordinary growth was seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a 41.45% rise, while Luxembourg recorded a drastic drop of 42.95%. Other countries like Italy, the United Kingdom, and France reported significant decreases in their consumption.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include potential shifts towards cleaner energy, which might impact fossil fuel dependency. Additionally, geopolitical factors and policies targeting carbon reduction will likely influence future consumption patterns across European industries.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 41.47 | 2023 | -4.28% | -3.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13.26 | 2023 | +1.35% | -1.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 10.33 | 2023 | +0.82% | +2.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.07 | 2023 | -3.25% | -8.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 4.51 | 2023 | -8.78% | -3.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 4.07 | 2023 | +0.054% | -3.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 3.77 | 2023 | -1.28% | +1.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 3.14 | 2023 | +0.31% | +7.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.88 | 2023 | +4.87% | +0.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.59 | 2023 | -12.13% | -8.96% | View data |
