In 2023, Norway led the European fossil energy consumption in domestic navigation with 20.27 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, showing a minor growth of 0.9%. Spain and the United Kingdom followed, with slight decreases and increases of -0.057% and 0.047% respectively. Ukraine saw a notable jump of 31.12%, reflecting a significant surge, while Germany observed a prominent rise of 11.36%. Conversely, Greece and Italy experienced considerable declines, with rates of -0.14% and -7.78% respectively. Over the past five years, countries like France, Denmark, and Austria have shown steady growth, while several others faced declines.
Future trends to watch include the impact of evolving European environmental regulations, innovation in energy efficiency, and the shift towards more sustainable fuel alternatives. These factors may significantly alter the energy consumption patterns in domestic navigation across European countries. Additionally, geopolitical developments and technological advancements in green energy could redefine the landscape of fossil energy consumption. Monitoring these dynamics will be key to understanding long-term trends and shifts within this sector.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Domestic Navigation Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 20.27 | 2023 | +1.42% | +0.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.67 | 2023 | +2.23% | -0.057% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 13.7 | 2023 | -0.27% | +0.047% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 9.59 | 2023 | +4.23% | -0.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.58 | 2023 | +2.8% | +0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 6.95 | 2023 | +9.93% | +11.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 6.69 | 2023 | -10.34% | -7.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 4.27 | 2023 | +2.29% | -2.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 2.31 | 2023 | +27.89% | +31.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.25 | 2023 | +4.12% | -0.65% | View data |
