In 2023, Sweden and Finland dominate the European consumption of primary solid biofuels, each with shares above 17 terajoules, indicating their strong reliance on biofuels. Germany, Poland, and Spain follow but with significantly smaller shares, highlighting a varied landscape across Europe. Over the past year, notable annual growth rates occur in Ireland (-0.44%), Estonia (-25.65%), and Moldova (-12.94%), signaling a declining interest or efficiencies in biofuel consumption. Conversely, Cyprus (16.75%) and Ukraine (22.57%) show strong upward trends, pointing to increasing adoption or production efficiencies in biofuel usage.
Looking ahead, trends to watch include potential policy support for biofuel adoption in countries with lower consumption like Ireland, geopolitical influences affecting supplies particularly in Eastern Europe, and technological advancements that could make solid biofuels more competitive relative to other energy sources. Furthermore, environmental regulations and sustainability targets might play pivotal roles in shaping the consumption landscape, particularly for countries heavily reliant on fossil fuels aiming to transition toward greener solutions.
Top countries in Industry Sector Final Consumption of Primary Solid Biofuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 19.29 | 2023 | +1.15% | +2.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 17.3 | 2023 | +1.56% | +0.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 9.66 | 2023 | +1.23% | +1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.38 | 2023 | +2.69% | +1.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.08 | 2023 | -0.26% | -0.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.51 | 2023 | +0.14% | -0.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 5.01 | 2023 | +0.34% | +0.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 4.82 | 2023 | +4.14% | +4.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 4.16 | 2023 | +0.033% | -0.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.89 | 2023 | +1.53% | +0.078% | View data |
