The data from 2023 shows that Poland holds a significant share in the European households' final consumption of hard coal, with 85.43 thousand metric tons, while other countries such as the United Kingdom, the Czech Republic, and Ireland trail behind with considerably lower consumption figures. Over the past year, most countries have seen a downward trend, with Germany and Hungary experiencing the largest declines at -14.37% and -13.65%, respectively. Conversely, Moldova and Slovakia have seen increases, with Slovakia experiencing an 11.24% rise.
Looking forward, there is potential for further declines in hard coal consumption as Europe continues to transition toward cleaner energy sources. Policies promoting sustainability and reducing carbon footprints are likely to drive a decrease in hard coal usage, encouraging countries with higher reliance, such as Poland, to explore alternative energy solutions.
Top countries in Households Final Consumption of Hard Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 85.43 | 2023 | -3.79% | -5.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 3.72 | 2023 | -10.41% | -8.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 2.39 | 2023 | -1.06% | -8.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 2.22 | 2023 | -5.53% | -6.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1.53 | 2023 | +2.59% | -1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 0.99 | 2023 | -6.82% | -5.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Moldova | 0.91 | 2023 | +5.94% | +6.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.63 | 2023 | -12.26% | -8.2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.59 | 2023 | +1.95% | -5.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 0.55 | 2023 | -7.49% | -14.37% | View data |
