In 2023, Poland remains the leader in solid fossil fuel consumption by households in Europe, with a 68.81% share. The Czech Republic follows, though distant, at 8.96%, while the UK, Germany, and Serbia complete the top five. Notably, most countries recorded a decline in consumption, with Germany and Belgium experiencing the steepest drops at over 12%. Conversely, Slovakia and Romania saw increases, with Slovakia notably up by 15.36%. The long-term trend indicates an overall reduction in household consumption of solid fossil fuels, reflecting a shift towards cleaner energy sources.
Future trends show a continued decline in solid fossil fuel consumption due to increased environmental regulations and a push towards sustainable energy. This transition will be especially pronounced in Western Europe, where policies are stringent. Eastern European countries may experience a slower transition due to different economic and infrastructure factors. Monitoring shifts towards cleaner technologies and policy changes will be crucial.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption by Households Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 68.81 | 2023 | -4.1% | -6.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 8.96 | 2023 | -4.19% | -5.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 4.8 | 2023 | -9.98% | -8.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 3.8 | 2023 | -13.77% | -12.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 2.63 | 2023 | -3.7% | -3.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 2.11 | 2023 | -6.01% | -6.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 1.47 | 2023 | -17.89% | -3.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.94 | 2023 | +5.01% | +15.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.89 | 2023 | -2.02% | -5.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.8 | 2023 | -14.54% | -11.37% | View data |
