In 2023, Germany led the European fossil energy consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector with a share of 17.57% terajoules, while Italy and Spain followed with 11.62% and 11.36%, respectively. Year-over-year growth varied significantly, with notable increases in Ukraine (+2.93%), Romania (+3.62%), and Iceland (+256.43%). Conversely, France (-0.84%), United Kingdom (-2.12%), and the Netherlands (-4.27%) saw declines. Over the past five years, trends reveal a shift towards more energy-efficient practices, reflected in declining energy consumption in several key countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of stricter environmental regulations and the shift towards renewable energy on fossil energy consumption.
- Technological advancements could lead to increased energy efficiency, potentially reducing consumption further.
- Geopolitical changes might alter energy supply dynamics, affecting consumption patterns across different countries.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.57 | 2023 | -0.23% | -0.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 11.62 | 2023 | -0.0018% | +0.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.36 | 2023 | +3.79% | +0.082% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9 | 2023 | -0.66% | +0.069% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.37 | 2023 | -1.32% | -0.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.32 | 2023 | -2.09% | -2.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 4.01 | 2023 | -2.47% | +2.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.54 | 2023 | +3.83% | +3.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 3.18 | 2023 | +0.55% | -0.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.04 | 2023 | -1.12% | -1.4% | View data |
