In 2023, Poland led the consumption of solid fossil fuels in the chemical and petrochemical sectors with 47.44 terajoules, showing a slight decline of 0.34% compared to the previous year. France and Norway followed with 11.99 and 11.63 terajoules, respectively. Germany saw a notable decrease of 18.06%, while Ukraine experienced a significant increase of 24.51%. Other countries like Bulgaria and Belgium showed moderate growth. In contrast, the United Kingdom, Austria, and Serbia registered substantial declines. Overall, there’s a mixed trend with fluctuating consumption patterns across different countries in Europe.
Future trends to watch for include a potential shift towards lesser reliance on solid fossil fuels as sustainability and cleaner energy become industry focal points. Countries might focus on adopting innovative technologies and alternative energy sources, which could impact the distribution and consumption patterns in the European chemical and petrochemical sectors.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 47.44 | 2023 | +2.01% | -0.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 11.99 | 2023 | +3.25% | -3.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 11.63 | 2023 | +2.37% | +6.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 8.53 | 2023 | -3.02% | -4.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 7.04 | 2023 | +1.36% | +0.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.61 | 2023 | -26.29% | -18.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.08 | 2023 | -4.87% | -5.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.19 | 2023 | +21.08% | -3.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 1.1 | 2023 | +2.53% | -6.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.55 | 2023 | +13.87% | +10.85% | View data |
