In 2023, Europe's calculated inland consumption of coking coal was led by Poland, contributing 22.33 thousand metric tons. Significant portions were also seen in Germany (18.85) and Ukraine (17.51). Noteworthy variations from the previous year included declines in Germany (-7.63%) and the UK (-10.56%), with modest growth in Spain (2.32%) and Belgium (0.52%). Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate indicated minimal shifts, reflecting stable but gradually decreasing coal consumption.
Future trends to watch include continued declines in coking coal consumption as countries strive to meet green energy targets and reduce dependency on coal, driven by policy shifts towards renewable energy sources.
Top countries in Calculated Inland Consumption of Coking Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 22.33 | 2023 | +1.52% | -1.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.85 | 2023 | -11.18% | -7.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 17.51 | 2023 | -9.87% | -9.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 7.35 | 2023 | +0.2% | -1.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 6.05 | 2023 | -1.9% | -0.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 4.41 | 2023 | +1.36% | -2.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3.38 | 2023 | -6.24% | -5.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.21 | 2023 | -2.77% | +2.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.19 | 2023 | +0.022% | -0.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 3.17 | 2023 | -14.07% | -10.56% | View data |
