In 2023, Germany led the European paper, pulp, and printing sector in solid fossil fuel consumption, followed by Poland and Austria. Notable year-on-year trends include a decline in Germany, Austria, and the UK, contrasted with growth in Finland and Serbia. Bulgaria had substantial growth, while Bosnia and Herzegovina drastically decreased. Over five years, Bulgaria shows dynamic growth, while Germany and Austria display consistent reduction patterns.
Looking to the future, key trends to watch include:
- Transition towards renewable energy sources reducing fossil fuel dependence.
- Regulatory impacts on environmental sustainability driving energy shifts.
- Technological innovations enhancing energy efficiency in production.
- Market dynamics with Eastern European countries potentially increasing fossil fuel consumption due to industrial growth.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.43 | 2023 | -1.64% | -3.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 24.98 | 2023 | -0.27% | +0.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 11.07 | 2023 | +0.041% | -4.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 6.84 | 2023 | +6.54% | -1.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.55 | 2023 | -7.48% | -6.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6.52 | 2023 | -0.21% | +3.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5.8 | 2023 | +2.01% | +4.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 3.08 | 2023 | +10.13% | -0.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.71 | 2023 | -2.03% | -4.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 2.35 | 2023 | +5.92% | +14.48% | View data |
