In 2023, the employment in the peat extraction industry varied across European countries. Latvia led with the highest number, followed by Finland and Germany. Estonia and the Netherlands had moderate figures, with the remaining nations showing significantly smaller workforces.
Year-on-year percentage changes showed fluctuations: Latvia displayed growth, while Finland and Germany experienced declines. Notably, Romania saw the highest growth, whereas Sweden had a steep drop. The Netherlands and Spain experienced moderate increases.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in employment due to environmental regulations and technological advancements. Countries with declining trends may need to adapt economically, while those with growth could capitalize on expanding industries.
Top countries in Peat Extraction Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Latvia | 2,290 | 2023 | +0.84% | +1.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 1,970 | 2023 | +0.51% | -0.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,550 | 2023 | -1.71% | -2.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Estonia | 648 | 2023 | -4.14% | -4.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 303 | 2023 | +7.07% | +5.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 97 | 2023 | -3.96% | -5.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 57 | 2023 | -6.56% | -8.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 44 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 42 | 2023 | 0% | +16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 35 | 2023 | +6.06% | +4.56% | View data |
