Poland leads in solid fossil fuel consumption among European households, representing the vast majority of the share, while countries like Slovenia and France show negligible usage. Most countries, including the United Kingdom and Germany, have seen a decline in consumption, indicating a transition away from solid fossil fuels. Notably, Slovakia and Romania reported increases, although they remain minor in the overall share. The annual decrease across Poland, the Czech Republic, and Belgium highlights the regional shift towards alternative energy sources.
Future trends to watch include a continued decline in solid fossil fuel consumption as European policies increasingly favor renewable energy sources to align with environmental objectives. Monitoring country-specific energy transitions and the adoption rate of cleaner technologies will be crucial for assessing future shifts in household energy consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Households Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 68.84 | 2023 | -4.1% | -6.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 8.96 | 2023 | -4.19% | -5.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 4.8 | 2023 | -9.98% | -8.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 3.81 | 2023 | -13.77% | -12.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 2.63 | 2023 | -3.7% | -3.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 2.07 | 2023 | -6.01% | -6.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 1.47 | 2023 | -17.89% | -3.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1.05 | 2023 | +5.01% | +15.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.89 | 2023 | -2.02% | -5.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.8 | 2023 | -14.54% | -11.37% | View data |
