In 2023, Germany led in the consumption of solid fossil fuels in the European paper, pulp, and printing sector, followed by Poland and Austria. However, consumption varied significantly across countries. Germany and Austria saw declines of 3.75% and 4.07% respectively, while Eastern European countries like Serbia and Bulgaria experienced growth with increases of 13.03% and 13.72%, suggesting regional disparities in fossil fuel reliance. Western Europe, led by the UK, showed a reduction trend, with the UK decreasing by 6.38%. Meanwhile, increases in Finland and the Czech Republic indicate selective growth within the region.
Future trends to watch for include a possible continued decrease in Western European countries as they adopt cleaner technologies, while Eastern European nations might initially maintain or increase consumption due to differing economic and industrial dynamics. EU policies targeting carbon neutrality by 2050 may foster a transition towards renewable energy sources, potentially reshaping industry energy consumption dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.64 | 2023 | -1.41% | -3.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 24.87 | 2023 | -0.27% | +0.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 11.02 | 2023 | +0.039% | -4.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 6.78 | 2023 | +7.34% | -1.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.52 | 2023 | -7.48% | -6.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6.49 | 2023 | -0.75% | +3.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 6 | 2023 | +3.04% | +4.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.33 | 2023 | -0.003% | +2.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 3.08 | 2023 | +10.55% | -0.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 2.03 | 2023 | +5.34% | +13.03% | View data |
