The European bioenergy consumption in the chemical and petrochemical sectors showed notable variations in 2023 with Germany and the Netherlands leading in volume. Germany's consumption increased by 2.31% year-on-year, while the Netherlands experienced a significant rise of 21.67%. Eastern European countries like Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina saw substantial growth, 57.26% and 75.77% respectively. Conversely, Italy and Greece experienced declines, with Italy dropping by 4.06% and Greece by 6.91%.
Future trends to watch include the increasing integration of bioenergy in energy policies, driven by sustainability goals and technological advancements. Growth in Eastern Europe is anticipated to continue, while Western Europe's mature markets may stabilize. Innovations in bioenergy conversion technologies could further enhance adoption across the continent, impacting sectoral energy strategies amidst the global shift towards renewable energy sources.
Top countries in Bioenergy Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 11,370 | 2023 | +2.46% | +2.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 7,350 | 2023 | +15.04% | +21.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 6,720 | 2023 | +3.91% | +5.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 3,240 | 2023 | +4.76% | +6.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 2,530 | 2023 | -0.52% | +1.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 2,460 | 2023 | +1.88% | -4.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 2,430 | 2023 | +14.58% | +5.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 2,130 | 2023 | +9.2% | +27.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2,080 | 2023 | +6.93% | +34.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1,450 | 2023 | +4.33% | +2.31% | View data |
