The European textile and leather sector's consumption of renewables and biofuels varies significantly across countries. In 2023, Serbia leads with the highest consumption, but it experienced a slight decline of 1.66% compared to the previous year. Portugal, also among the top, saw a 1.83% decrease, while Spain showed a modest increase of 1.01%. Notably, Ukraine and Germany exhibited significant growth rates of 27.94% and 11.55% respectively. Conversely, Bulgaria and Romania saw yearly reductions of 6.33% and 17.52%. Over a five-year period, countries like Finland, Austria, and France experienced noteworthy growth in renewables consumption.
Future trends in the sector include a potential increase in renewables utilization due to environmental policies and technological advancements. Countries with existing infrastructure and progressive regulatory frameworks are expected to lead the transition. Watch for further investments in green technologies and an increasing focus on sustainability, particularly in high-consumption countries, potentially driving wider adoption across the European textile and leather industries.
Top countries in Textile and Leather Sector Final Consumption of Renewables and Biofuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 40.39 | 2023 | -1.73% | -1.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 22.46 | 2023 | -4.28% | -1.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.7 | 2023 | +2.48% | +1.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 5.71 | 2023 | +27.66% | +27.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5.42 | 2023 | +3.64% | +11.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 2.79 | 2023 | +8.78% | -6.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 2.05 | 2023 | +1.52% | +6.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.14 | 2023 | -21.5% | -17.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1 | 2023 | 0% | -6.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.95 | 2023 | +6.85% | -3.57% | View data |
