The European agriculture and forestry sector's consumption of lignite in 2023 showed notable differences among countries, with Poland leading at 55.0 thousand metric tons, followed by the Czech Republic and Bulgaria. Over the previous year, Poland and Bulgaria both saw declines of nearly 4-5% in usage, while Macedonia experienced a slight increase. Bosnia and Herzegovina reported the most significant reduction at 22.15%. Slovakia and Hungary maintained their consumption levels. The 2023 data highlights a general downward trend, aligning with the sector's gradual shift towards more sustainable energy sources.
Future trends to watch include continued investments in renewable energy across Europe, which could further reduce lignite consumption as countries aim to meet climate targets. Additionally, emerging policies promoting sustainability may accelerate this decline, especially in countries currently leading in usage, like Poland. Monitoring these changes could provide insights into energy transitions within the agriculture and forestry sectors.
Top countries in Agriculture and Forestry Sector Final Consumption of Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 55 | 2023 | +12.24% | -3.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 12.5 | 2023 | -4.58% | -4.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 11.2 | 2023 | +0.3% | -5.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 4.58 | 2023 | -7.83% | -2.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Macedonia | 2.83 | 2023 | +16.25% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.2 | 2023 | -28.16% | -22.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 0.13 | 2021 | -59.87% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.076 | 2021 | +52% | View data |
