In 2023, Poland led in solid fossil fuel consumption in Europe, followed by Germany and Ukraine. A number of countries, including Norway and Romania, showed slight consumption increases, with Macedonia and Kosovo experiencing notable spikes. The UK and Serbia saw significant declines, while Latvia and Italy experienced sharp reductions. Overall, the trend indicates a general decline in solid fossil fuel consumption across Europe, aligning with the EU's climate goals.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of EU policies on further reducing solid fossil fuel dependency, technological advancements in renewable energy, and geopolitical factors affecting energy stability and diversification. Adaptation to cleaner energy sources is expected to accelerate.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Available for Final Consumption Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 30.12 | 2023 | -2.08% | -4.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20.08 | 2023 | +9.27% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 13.15 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 5.14 | 2023 | -4.85% | -3.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.87 | 2023 | +5.73% | -6.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 3.96 | 2023 | -8.86% | -7.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 2.14 | 2023 | +1.45% | +2.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2.04 | 2023 | -6.13% | -4.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.01 | 2023 | +2.06% | +1.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.68 | 2023 | +10.23% | -4.34% | View data |
