The European charcoal imports show significant variation among countries. As of 2023, Germany leads with 42.33 TOE, although experiencing a slight decline. Italy and Greece follow, with Italy seeing a moderate increase, while Greece faced a decrease. Notably, Belgium's imports surged, marking a substantial growth of 12.58%. Other countries like Croatia and Cyprus also observed noteworthy increases. Finland's imports grew dramatically, in stark contrast to Iceland's significant decline. This highlights variable trends across the region, impacted by domestic demand and market conditions.
Future trends indicate a potential increase in Belgium and Finland's share due to their recent substantial growth rates. However, challenges persist for countries experiencing economic downturns or shifts in energy policy, like Iceland and Slovakia. Overall, regional dynamics, policy changes, and sustainability initiatives could greatly influence European charcoal imports moving forward.
Top countries in Charcoal Imports Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 42.33 | 2023 | +8.04% | -0.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.13 | 2023 | +2.29% | +3.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 11.45 | 2023 | +5.27% | -3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 6.97 | 2023 | +2.81% | -0.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.12 | 2023 | +3.1% | +12.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 5.1 | 2023 | +6.76% | +0.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.86 | 2023 | +1.59% | +1.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 2.69 | 2023 | +6.91% | +6.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 2.36 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 1.44 | 2023 | +19.64% | +9.72% | View data |
