The European paper, pulp, and printing sector's final consumption of solid fossil fuels in 2023 showed Germany leading with 38.94 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by Poland and Austria, respectively. Notable year-on-year changes included declines in Germany (-2.09%), Austria (-4.61%), and the United Kingdom (-6.38%), while Serbia and Bulgaria saw significant increases of 10.14% and 22.68%. Sweden experienced a substantial decrease of 32.09%. Over the last five years, the industry trends indicate a gradual reduction in fossil fuel consumption, aligning with the broader European sustainability agenda.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued reduction in fossil fuel use, driven by improved energy efficiency and a shift towards renewable energy sources.
- Policy impacts on fossil fuel consumption related to EU climate goals, including carbon pricing and incentives for cleaner energy sources.
- Technological advancements in recycling and alternative energy impacting the sector's energy mix.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 38.94 | 2023 | +0.74% | -2.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 23.48 | 2023 | -1.85% | -0.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 10.45 | 2023 | +0.0054% | -4.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 6.65 | 2023 | +7.52% | -0.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.37 | 2023 | -7.47% | -6.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6.3 | 2023 | -0.6% | +3.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5.07 | 2023 | -2.65% | +1.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.23 | 2023 | -0.91% | -0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 3.02 | 2023 | +10.49% | -0.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 1.89 | 2023 | +3.67% | +10.14% | View data |
