In 2024, Serbia led European countries in lignite consumption for commercial and public services with 111.16 thousand metric tons, a slight decrease from 2023. Bosnia and Herzegovina's consumption dropped significantly by nearly 25%, while Kosovo saw a modest decline. Poland and Slovakia experienced growth, with Poland's consumption up by 3.51%. The Czech Republic and Montenegro showed considerable decreases, whereas Croatia achieved significant growth of over 85%. Smaller consumers, like Hungary, remained stable. This year's trends reflect efforts to transition away from lignite, with Bulgaria bucking the trend due to an 18.62% increase.
Future trends to watch include continued declines in lignite use, driven by environmental regulations and a shift towards renewable energy sources. Countries with higher consumption are likely to experience heightened pressure to reduce lignite reliance, influencing policy decisions and investments in sustainable energy solutions across Europe.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 111.16 | 2023 | +1.25% | -2.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 45.78 | 2023 | -51.94% | -24.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Kosovo | 39.38 | 2023 | -3.02% | -2.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 23.55 | 2023 | +14.35% | +3.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 18.55 | 2023 | -32.2% | -9.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 18 | 2023 | -5.26% | +1.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 6.23 | 2023 | +2.47% | -3.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 4.8 | 2023 | +2.13% | -9.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 4.61 | 2023 | +2.7% | +18.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2.48 | 2023 | +20.15% | -8.15% | View data |
