In 2023, Germany led European renewables and biofuels consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector, followed by Spain and Italy. Noteworthy growth was observed in Ukraine, due to a significant 68.58% increase. Hungary, Italy, and Latvia also demonstrated strong gains exceeding 13%. Spain saw an 8% increase, while France experienced a slight decline. Poland and Cyprus also reported robust consumption growth, suggesting rising sector engagement with sustainable energy.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in energy efficiency and policy shifts towards sustainable practices. Continued focus on green technology integration and regional cooperation could enhance Europe's renewable energy consumption landscape.
Top countries in Renewables and Biofuels Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 545.37 | 2023 | +1.94% | +1.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 277.95 | 2023 | +2.86% | +8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 248.95 | 2023 | +1.95% | +13.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 241.13 | 2023 | +5.16% | +5.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 141.12 | 2023 | +1.16% | +0.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 138.17 | 2023 | +2.16% | -0.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 109.1 | 2023 | +4.91% | +10.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 70.62 | 2023 | -7.56% | -2.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 64.44 | 2023 | +2.77% | +16.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 57.92 | 2023 | +11.29% | +13.78% | View data |
