In 2023, Germany led in fossil energy consumption by households, with a marginal growth rate. The UK, despite being the second highest consumer, saw a slight decline. Italy and France also experienced reductions, indicating a broader trend of decreasing fossil fuel usage among major nations. Countries like Poland, Spain, and the Netherlands follow with notable declines except minor European economies where variations were minimal or slightly positive.
Future trends to watch include increasing adoption of renewable energy resources, potentially further decreasing fossil fuel consumption. Policy changes aiming for sustainability will continue to impact energy consumption rates across Europe.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption by Households by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 491,570 | 2023 | -0.004% | +0.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 338,100 | 2023 | -1.4% | -1.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 261,740 | 2023 | +0.11% | -0.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 185,570 | 2023 | -2.77% | -2.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 177,640 | 2023 | -1.1% | -1.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 91,180 | 2023 | -1.84% | -3.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 91,100 | 2023 | -2.19% | -1.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 89,460 | 2023 | -7.52% | -8.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 71,140 | 2023 | -0.4% | -0.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 47,540 | 2023 | -1.26% | -1.13% | View data |
