In 2023, the largest consumers of renewables and biofuels in the construction sector were Germany, France, and Sweden. Germany saw an 8.21% increase, while France and Sweden increased by 3.51% and 2.55%, respectively. Notable surges in consumption were seen in Portugal with a 10.82% rise and Romania with 19.16%. Conversely, Bulgaria faced a 22.25% decline. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) remains steady across major markets.
Future trends to watch include advancements in biofuels technology, policy changes favoring renewables, and increasing urbanization, which could drive demand for sustainable construction practices across Europe.
Top countries in Renewables and Biofuels Final Consumption in Construction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 864.14 | 2023 | +4.87% | +8.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 775.99 | 2023 | +4.64% | +3.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 769.16 | 2023 | +4.24% | +2.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 600.83 | 2023 | +14.15% | +9.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 373.43 | 2023 | +23.17% | +2.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 225.74 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 146.39 | 2023 | +2.79% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 72.23 | 2023 | +2.81% | +10.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 59.73 | 2023 | +10.83% | +3.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 52.77 | 2023 | +0.14% | View data |
