In 2023, Poland leads in the final consumption of hard coal among European countries, with Ukraine and Germany following significantly behind. Future projections for 2024 suggest a mixed trend across different nations.
Trends over the last two years (2022-2023):
- Negative growth was observed in several major consumers: Poland (-4.73%), Germany (-4.75%), the UK (-6.06%), and France (-4.96%).
- Exceptions include Ukraine (+0.68%), Norway (+1.56%), and Bulgaria (+2.26%) shown slight increases.
- Drastic reductions were seen in Greece (-10.71%), Kosovo (+62.38%), and the Netherlands (-11.43%).
Future Trends to Watch:
The European hard coal market is expected to remain under pressure due to stringent environmental regulations and a push toward renewable energy sources. Countries with high negative variations are likely to further reduce consumption, while minor positive growth in specific nations may indicate localized needs or slow adoption of green energy policies.
Top countries in Final Consumption of Hard Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 13,640 | 2023 | -2.72% | -4.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 3,790 | 2023 | -6.37% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,690 | 2023 | -2.07% | -4.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,580 | 2023 | -6.13% | -6.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,350 | 2023 | -3.43% | -4.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 713.93 | 2023 | +0.0062% | +1.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 548.12 | 2023 | +1.69% | +2.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 525.42 | 2023 | +0.66% | -2.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 505 | 2023 | +2.43% | -2.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 442 | 2023 | -3.72% | -4.52% | View data |
