The European agriculture and forestry sector shows a diverse pattern in the consumption of solid fossil fuels across countries. In 2023, Poland had the highest share at 94.51 terajoules, despite a 6.87% decrease from the previous year. Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Estonia showed increases, while most countries, like Belgium, Czech Republic, and Hungary, experienced declines. Austria faced a significant drop of 58.39%, indicating a shift away from solid fossil fuels. Over the past five years, trends suggest a gradual reduction in fossil fuel consumption, with some countries accelerating their transition to alternative energy sources.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased adoption of renewable energy sources to further reduce reliance on solid fossil fuels.
- Technological advances in sustainable agriculture and forestry practices.
- Policy changes at the EU level promoting decarbonization.
- Potential fluctuations due to geopolitical tensions affecting energy supply chains.
Top countries in Agriculture and Forestry Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 94.51 | 2023 | -1.01% | -6.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 1.89 | 2023 | +2.4% | -2.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 1.46 | 2023 | +1.32% | +1.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 0.64 | 2023 | -11.12% | -7.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 0.35 | 2023 | +1.08% | -0.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Moldova | 0.29 | 2023 | +8.67% | +9.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 0.27 | 2023 | +7.62% | -3.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.24 | 2023 | -9.53% | -14.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.22 | 2023 | +2.85% | -0.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 0.13 | 2023 | +2.82% | +6.52% | View data |
