The European lignite consumption in the food, beverages, and tobacco sectors varies significantly by country in 2024. Germany leads with the highest consumption at 24.74 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by the Czech Republic and France. All other countries have significantly lower consumption levels. In 2023, Germany, Czech Republic, France, and other countries experienced declines ranging from -3.74% to -13.36%, while Montenegro and Bulgaria saw increases of 4.94% and 17.22%, respectively. Over the past five years, countries generally faced decreasing lignite usage in this sector, reflecting a shift towards greener energy sources.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued emphasis on renewable energy, potentially reducing lignite consumption further.
- Policy changes favoring sustainability may accelerate the transition away from lignite.
- Technological advancements in food, beverage, and tobacco manufacturing may lead to further energy efficiency improvements.
- Potential economic pressures could impact energy resource allocations in these sectors.
Top countries in Lignite Final Consumption in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.74 | 2023 | -10.59% | -13.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 19.62 | 2023 | -1.52% | -7.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.59 | 2023 | -0.048% | -10.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 6.92 | 2023 | +10.56% | -4.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Kosovo | 3.8 | 2021 | +9.99% | -3.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3.21 | 2023 | +4.09% | -5.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 2.63 | 2023 | +4.62% | -3.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 0.98 | 2023 | +3.92% | +4.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 0.1 | 2023 | +20.93% | +17.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.026 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
