The European Direct Material Input of Fossil Fuel Share varied significantly across countries in 2024. Germany led with 19.06 million metric tons, even though it experienced a slight decline of 1.15% in 2023. The Netherlands and Norway followed with 10.35 and 9.25 million metric tons respectively, showing minor changes over the past year. The United Kingdom saw a notable decrease of 3.14%, while other countries like Poland, Italy, and France also showed reductions. On the other hand, Norway and Serbia showed slight increases, 1.25% and 1.06% respectively.
Long-term trends indicate a general downward trajectory for many countries. Countries like Greece, Ireland, and Estonia experienced more significant decreases in 2023, while small increases were noted in countries such as Slovenia, Lithuania, and Luxemburg. The average annual variation (CAGR) over the last 5 years presents a mixed picture, with certain countries registering growth and others showing declines in their fossil fuel direct material input.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increases in renewable energy sources impacting fossil fuel usage.
- Regulatory and policy changes driving reductions in fossil fuel consumption.
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency leading to lower direct material input.
- Country-specific economic factors influencing fossil fuel demand.
Top countries in Direct Material Input of Fossil Fuel Share by Country (Million Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.06 | 2023 | -0.52% | -1.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10.35 | 2023 | +0.097% | -0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 9.25 | 2023 | +0.49% | +1.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.27 | 2023 | -2.49% | -3.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.36 | 2023 | -0.029% | -1.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.59 | 2023 | -0.91% | -1.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6.31 | 2023 | -0.68% | -0.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.25 | 2023 | -0.47% | -1.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 4.14 | 2023 | -0.14% | -1.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.58 | 2023 | -1.39% | -1.48% | View data |
