In 2023, Germany led the final consumption of brown coal in Europe’s food, beverages, and tobacco sector with a considerable share, followed by the Czech Republic and France. Most countries, including Germany and France, showed a significant reduction in consumption compared to 2022, highlighting a regional trend towards decreased reliance on brown coal.
Future trends to monitor include a continued decline in brown coal consumption due to environmental regulations and a shift towards sustainable energy sources. Countries with minimal reductions or increases, like Serbia and Montenegro, may face mounting pressure to adapt to cleaner alternatives, influencing their future energy needs and environmental policies.
Top countries in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sector Final Consumption of Brown Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 39.11 | 2023 | -11.99% | -14.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 34.89 | 2023 | -1.39% | -1.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.99 | 2023 | -0.048% | -10.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kosovo | 8.54 | 2021 | +10% | -3.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 7.1 | 2023 | +10.24% | -4.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 5.5 | 2023 | +5.66% | -5.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 4.27 | 2023 | +3.84% | +1.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 1.8 | 2023 | +4.88% | +4.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 0.18 | 2023 | -46.46% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.049 | 2023 | +3.57% | View data |
