The European Non-Metallic Minerals sector's final consumption of hard coal in 2023 showed notable variations across countries. Ukraine had the highest consumption, with a 3.99% increase over the previous year. Poland, the United Kingdom, and Germany saw declines of 4.74%, 6.81%, and 3.36%, respectively, while countries like Macedonia and Croatia reported significant upticks of 10.06% and 19.98%. Sweden, Lithuania, and Denmark had modest growth, whereas countries like Hungary and the Netherlands experienced sharp declines at -36.9% and -14.8%, respectively.
Looking ahead, Europe's shift towards sustainable energy sources may further diminish hard coal consumption in non-metallic minerals, putting countries with declining trends at the forefront of this transition. Renewed regulations or incentives targeting carbon emissions could accelerate this shift, particularly impacting countries still reliant on coal. Monitoring geopolitical events, resource availability, and technological advancements in alternative energy sectors will be crucial to understanding future consumption patterns.
Top countries in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Final Consumption of Hard Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 1,230 | 2023 | +2.47% | +3.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 726.04 | 2023 | -4.52% | -4.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 428 | 2023 | -8.74% | -6.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Albania | 353.24 | 2023 | +7.02% | -2.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 322.89 | 2023 | -6.28% | -3.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 302.07 | 2023 | -0.6% | -2.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 272.9 | 2023 | +2.98% | +2.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 247.32 | 2023 | +13.7% | +5.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 237.71 | 2023 | -5.08% | -4.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 228 | 2023 | +4.11% | +1.37% | View data |
