The data for 2023 shows Serbia leading in European lignite consumption within commercial and public services with 33.25 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, despite a 5.54% decline from the previous year. The Czech Republic follows with a significant 8.69% increase. Bosnia and Herzegovina witnessed a substantial reduction of 27.7%, while Kosovo saw a minimal decrease of 0.62%. Poland and Macedonia showed increases of 2.39% and 7% respectively, whereas Croatia surged 83.54%. The Netherlands, Montenegro, Slovakia, and Romania experienced declines ranging from 1.42% to 9.11%, with Bulgaria and France having negligible impact.
For future trends, monitor Croatia’s rapid growth trajectory and potential policy shifts in lignite usage across Europe. Environmental regulations and the move toward renewable energy sources may further decrease lignite dependency, impacting countries with high reliance like Serbia and the Czech Republic. Additionally, the dynamics in Eastern Europe, including infrastructure development and regulatory frameworks, will be crucial in shaping consumption patterns moving forward.
Top countries in Lignite Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 33.25 | 2023 | +2.16% | -5.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 25.1 | 2023 | +4.29% | +8.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 15.12 | 2023 | -58.24% | -27.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kosovo | 12.57 | 2023 | +1.45% | -0.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.26 | 2023 | +16.34% | +2.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 6.69 | 2023 | -11.04% | -1.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.61 | 2023 | +2.48% | -3.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 1.72 | 2023 | +3.16% | -9.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Macedonia | 1.68 | 2023 | -6.31% | +7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1.32 | 2023 | -0.47% | +83.54% | View data |
