The European fossil energy final consumption in the iron and steel sectors shows significant disparity across countries. In 2023, Ukraine had the highest consumption, despite a decline of 3.5%. Germany and Italy follow, showing annual reductions, reflecting a broader trend towards decreased usage in major European countries. Notably, exceptions like Austria and Norway saw growth, suggesting these countries may be integrating fossil fuels more substantially into their production processes.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in consumption by traditionally lower-consuming countries like Iceland and Malta, due to their significant percentage growth. Additionally, the overall European mission to reduce carbon emissions may continue to drive down fossil fuel consumption rates, pressuring countries towards more sustainable energy sources in the iron and steel sectors. Watch for countries like Moldova and Kosovo, which may show significant changes given their recent consumption increases.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 24.92 | 2023 | -4.6% | -3.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 21.67 | 2023 | -2.17% | -3.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.84 | 2023 | +0.057% | -1.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 5.74 | 2023 | -1.6% | -4.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 5.11 | 2023 | +3.7% | -1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 3.13 | 2023 | +2.42% | -2.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 3.06 | 2023 | -13.26% | -5.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.96 | 2023 | +0.76% | +1.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.87 | 2023 | -6.92% | -5.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 2.81 | 2023 | -1.66% | -4.52% | View data |
