The European construction sector's consumption of solid fossil fuels is predominantly driven by Poland, holding a major share, followed by Hungary and Luxembourg. Over the past year, Poland increased by 1.26%, while Luxembourg saw a marked rise of 4.5%. In contrast, the Czech Republic and Ukraine witnessed significant declines of over 9%. The most substantial reductions occurred in the Netherlands and Estonia, each over 13%. Notably, Kosovo increased by 14.61%, indicating a localized upward trend amidst a broader decline.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts towards renewable energy sources and technological advancements in construction, likely reducing reliance on solid fossil fuels. The sector may experience policy-driven changes impacting fuel consumption across European nations, accelerating the adoption of greener alternatives and influencing market dynamics significantly.
Top countries in Construction Sector Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 66.94 | 2023 | +5.29% | +1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 8.84 | 2023 | +3.15% | -0.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Luxembourg | 7.05 | 2023 | -0.91% | +4.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.01 | 2023 | -1.45% | -1.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 3.58 | 2023 | -20.47% | -13.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 1.93 | 2023 | -0.26% | -9.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 1.1 | 2023 | +2.33% | -14.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 1.04 | 2023 | +6.39% | -9.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 0.66 | 2023 | +7.61% | +14.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 0.52 | 2023 | +21.87% | -13.73% | View data |
