The analysis of European household consumption of solid fossil fuels in 2023 reveals Poland as the highest consumer, utilizing significantly more compared to other countries, followed by the Czech Republic and Serbia. Major declines were observed in Germany, the United Kingdom, Hungary, and Belgium. Countries such as Latvia, Slovakia, Moldova, and Kosovo showed a notable increase, while Romania stands out with the highest growth rate. Conversely, France experienced the sharpest drop. Over the last five years, the compounded annual growth rates reveal a general downward trend in solid fossil fuel consumption.
Looking ahead, Europe is expected to continue reducing reliance on solid fossil fuels due to environmental regulations and the shift towards renewable energy sources. Countries like Poland and the Czech Republic might experience gradual declines, while nations already showing reduced consumption could pioneer the transition to cleaner energy options, potentially accelerating the decrease in fossil fuel usage across the continent.
Top countries in Households Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 7,480 | 2023 | -4.54% | -6.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 1,330 | 2023 | -5.21% | -6.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 592.46 | 2023 | -2.09% | -1.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 520.46 | 2023 | -12.54% | -11.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 477 | 2023 | -9.66% | -8.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 286.64 | 2023 | +1.89% | +7.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 257.2 | 2023 | +1.41% | -3.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 228.48 | 2023 | -3.09% | -4.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 171.61 | 2023 | -11.59% | -4.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 147 | 2023 | -18.78% | -12.09% | View data |
