In 2023, Poland led Europe with the highest consumption of solid fossil fuels in the commercial and public sectors, followed by Ukraine. Year-on-year data show significant declines in consumption in Bosnia and Herzegovina and France, with modest reductions in Poland and Czech Republic. Slovakia and Albania, however, saw increases. Notably, Croatia experienced a substantial rise, while Norway also posted growth.
Future trends to watch include a continued shift towards more sustainable energy sources as European countries strive to reduce carbon emissions. Policymaking, technological advancement in renewable energy, and economic factors will play crucial roles in shaping solid fossil fuel consumption patterns across the region.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 39.35 | 2023 | +0.22% | -0.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 36.3 | 2023 | +6.79% | -6.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 6.99 | 2023 | +14.65% | +4.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 4.07 | 2023 | +0.0048% | -4.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 1.89 | 2023 | -9.43% | -1.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 1.8 | 2023 | +4% | -4.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1.78 | 2023 | -52.83% | -25.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Kosovo | 1.68 | 2023 | +1.43% | -0.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 1.06 | 2023 | -15.63% | -13.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Moldova | 0.96 | 2023 | -1.99% | -3.89% | View data |
