Sweden and Finland lead the European Paper, Pulp, and Printing sector in the consumption of renewables and biofuels, at approximately 29.08 and 28.2 gigawatt-hours respectively, reflecting a solid commitment to sustainable energy practices. The United Kingdom shows a strong upward trend with a 5.42% increase, along with the Czech Republic at 6.99% and Hungary observing a significant 17.69% growth. Conversely, Poland's consumption declined by 5.69%, indicating potential challenges or shifts in energy strategy. Over five years, variation rates reveal gradual adoption increases in several countries, particularly in Latvia and Ukraine with substantial gains.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for increased consumption of renewables across the sector, driven by regulatory frameworks and increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions. The technological advancements in biofuels and renewables could also lead to more countries, including those with traditionally low consumption like Lithuania and the Netherlands, scaling up their efforts. Watch Germany and France for signs of shifts in energy policy to ensure they maintain pace with sustainability goals.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Renewables and Biofuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 29.08 | 2023 | +0.5% | +2.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 28.2 | 2023 | +1.57% | +0.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 5.73 | 2023 | -1.28% | -0.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 5.56 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4.91 | 2023 | +8.17% | +3.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.61 | 2023 | +2.65% | -5.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 4.44 | 2023 | +1.85% | -1.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.15 | 2023 | -0.18% | -0.016% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.73 | 2023 | +5.31% | +5.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.67 | 2023 | +2.82% | +6.99% | View data |
