The European mining and quarrying sector's consumption of renewables and biofuels shows notable country-specific variations. Sweden leads with a significant share, experiencing a 24.15% increase in 2023, showing a robust upward trend. France and Denmark also hold strong positions, with Denmark seeing growth while France experienced a slight decline. Germany and Spain saw notable decreases, underscoring varied national capacities and commitments towards renewable energy integration. Finland shows promising growth similar to that of Sweden. Conversely, many Eastern and Southern European countries report minimal utilization with varied trends, signaling room for improvement in their renewable energy portfolios.
Looking forward, countries exhibiting positive trends like Sweden, Denmark, and Finland may continue expanding their renewable consumption. Emerging technologies and EU policy frameworks supporting green energy could foster increased adoption across the continent. However, economic and infrastructural challenges might slow growth in nations with declining or minimal usage levels. Close monitoring of policy changes and investment in renewable infrastructure will be crucial in driving the future dynamics of renewable consumption in this sector.
Top countries in Mining and Quarrying Sector Final Consumption of Renewables and Biofuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 46.94 | 2023 | +16.79% | +24.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 18.04 | 2023 | +2.14% | -2.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 12.88 | 2023 | +2.4% | +13.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5.22 | 2023 | +11.24% | -8.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5 | 2023 | +27.64% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 4.68 | 2023 | +12.29% | +24.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2.18 | 2023 | +2.83% | +7.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.72 | 2023 | +3.47% | -2.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 1.64 | 2023 | +5.89% | -1.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 1.19 | 2023 | +2.7% | View data |
