The European Wood and Wood Products sector shows varied consumption trends for heat. Finland and Sweden lead with 22 and 21.71 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, respectively. Notably, countries like Ukraine and Poland show moderate values, while smaller countries such as Lithuania, Slovenia, and Luxembourg display low heat consumption. Year-over-year variations highlight significant increases in Slovenia and Croatia at 27.76% and 12.79%, respectively, indicating strong growth. In contrast, Romania and Hungary face drastic reductions of over 20%. The last five years have seen a decline in traditional construction materials and lower consumption in several western European countries.
Future trends to watch involve the transition to renewable energy sources, influencing wood consumption patterns. Recognizing bioheat's rising importance, expect growth in sustainable practices and technology adoption to optimize wood usage. Additionally, the geopolitical climate could impact supply chains, altering national consumption ranks. Thus, monitoring innovations in bioenergy and policy shifts on a national and EU level will be critical.
Top countries in Wood and Wood Products Sector Final Consumption of Heat Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 22 | 2023 | +2.42% | +0.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 21.71 | 2023 | +18.16% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 11.16 | 2023 | +2.87% | +0.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.88 | 2023 | +2.4% | +1.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.06 | 2023 | -0.058% | -2.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 6.52 | 2023 | +6.05% | +12.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 6.21 | 2023 | -5.31% | -5.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 6.02 | 2023 | +1.84% | -2.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.46 | 2023 | +2.67% | -0.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.87 | 2023 | +1.3% | +6.31% | View data |
