In 2023, Germany led European fossil fuel imports with 248.29 million metric tons, despite a -5.71% decline from the previous year. Notably, Belgium and Bulgaria saw positive growth, 0.9% and 3.59% respectively, indicating slight increases in imports. Countries like Austria and Luxembourg experienced significant reductions, with -5.33% and -5.05% changes. Over five years, imports trended downward, reflecting a broader European focus on energy diversification and sustainability.
Future trends to watch include the rising influence of renewable energy, geopolitical shifts affecting supply chains, and economic factors influencing consumption patterns. The European Union's policies on climate change and energy efficiency will continue to steer fossil fuel import dynamics.
Top countries in Fossil Fuels Energy Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 248,290 | 2023 | -2.19% | -5.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 216,270 | 2023 | +1.33% | -1.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 161,100 | 2023 | -0.93% | -1.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 150,340 | 2023 | -1.52% | -3.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 137,080 | 2023 | -0.99% | -2.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 135,140 | 2023 | +0.8% | -0.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 117,340 | 2023 | +1.52% | +0.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 62,890 | 2023 | -6.96% | -0.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 44,840 | 2023 | +1.29% | +0.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 35,240 | 2023 | +1.51% | -1.94% | View data |
