The European renewables and biofuels final consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector varies significantly by country. Germany leads with the highest consumption, followed by Spain and Italy. Noteworthy year-on-year growth is seen in Ukraine, Sweden, and Macedonia, while France and Estonia experienced declines. Over the past five years, the sector has shown a mixed growth rate across countries, with newer EU members and smaller economies witnessing stronger growth due to emerging renewable technologies and policy incentives.
Future trends to watch include increasing investments in renewable infrastructure, supportive government policies driving higher adoption in underperforming countries, and technological advancements reducing costs and improving efficiency in biofuels and renewables utilization. Additionally, geopolitical factors and EU-wide directives on sustainability may significantly shape consumption patterns over the coming years.
Top countries in Renewables and Biofuels Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 21,960 | 2023 | +0.0084% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11,540 | 2023 | +2.64% | +7.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10,420 | 2023 | +2.05% | +13.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10,100 | 2023 | +5.16% | +5.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6,510 | 2023 | +2.94% | +2.9% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5,510 | 2023 | +0.0079% | -1.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4,490 | 2023 | +7.49% | +9.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 3,490 | 2023 | +0.52% | +1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2,700 | 2023 | +2.74% | +16.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 2,420 | 2023 | +11.29% | +13.78% | View data |
