In 2023, Italy led European fuel oil consumption in the food, beverages, and tobacco sectors at 19.72 terajoules, despite a 10.74% decrease from the previous year. Greece followed closely with a slight 3% reduction. Notably, France and Spain also experienced reductions, indicating a regional trend of decreased reliance on fuel oil. Portugal and Denmark saw significant declines of 15.23% and 35.9%, respectively. In contrast, Serbia and Macedonia exhibited modest growth in consumption. Interestingly, the Czech Republic saw a remarkable 28.99% rise, highlighting divergent trends within Europe.
Future trends to monitor include:
- The impact of European energy policies and potential shifts towards sustainable energy sources.
- Technological advancements in the food and beverage sectors that might alter energy consumption patterns.
- Economic factors influencing fuel oil demand, particularly in high-consuming countries like Italy and Greece.
Top countries in Fuel Oil Final Consumption in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sectors Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 19.72 | 2023 | +16.64% | -10.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 18.35 | 2023 | -5.69% | -3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.18 | 2021 | +45.67% | -6.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.97 | 2021 | -32.13% | -14.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 6.9 | 2023 | -22.69% | -15.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 4.51 | 2023 | +0.05% | -6.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 2.84 | 2023 | +9.12% | +3.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2.81 | 2023 | -2.82% | -6.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 2.7 | 2023 | +2.34% | -1.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 2.64 | 2021 | -33.33% | +2.13% | View data |
