In 2023, Ukraine led the European anthracite consumption in the iron and steel sectors, significantly ahead of other countries, with Germany following. Notable increases were observed in the Czech Republic and France. Conversely, Slovakia and Poland experienced declines. Over the past five years, harsher environmental regulations and technological advancements have impacted anthracite usage, with significant fluctuations in smaller markets such as Macedonia and Croatia.
Forecasting future trends, expect increased innovation in steel production methods favoring greener energy use across Europe. Regulatory frameworks pushing for decarbonization will likely diminish anthracite consumption. Continued growth in renewables might further shift demand away from coal-based products.
Top countries in Anthracite Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 9,970 | 2023 | +2.44% | +7.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 6,800 | 2023 | +8.27% | +4.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 981.24 | 2023 | +2.87% | +18.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 965.62 | 2023 | +7.3% | +2.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 513.14 | 2023 | +5.11% | +1.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 409.12 | 2023 | +6.33% | -2.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 369.89 | 2023 | +7.57% | -3.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 188.06 | 2023 | +3.99% | +1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 127.89 | 2023 | +9.2% | +66.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 84.61 | 2023 | +3.16% | -5.41% | View data |
