In 2023, Germany led European fossil energy imports, followed by the Netherlands, France, and Italy. Notably, Germany and the Netherlands experienced significant rises in import values by 51% and 41% respectively. France and Italy's imports grew modestly, while the UK and Spain saw declines. Austria and Hungary had remarkable increases, while Finland, Ukraine, and Sweden experienced marked reductions. The CAGR over the last five years showcases positive growth for countries like Austria and Kosovo and declines for Sweden and Poland, reflecting shifting energy sources and strategies.
Future trends to watch:
- Continued growth in Germany's import capacity, influenced by energy transition policies.
- Potential for increased diversification in energy sources, impacting import levels in countries like the Netherlands and France.
- The impact of geopolitical factors on Ukraine and neighboring countries' energy strategies.
- Renewable energy developments potentially altering fossil energy import demands across Europe.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,748,700 | 2023 | +2% | +0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 2,182,100 | 2023 | +3.19% | +0.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,731,600 | 2023 | +3.41% | +0.078% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,729,100 | 2023 | +3.25% | +0.041% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,572,100 | 2023 | -0.06% | -0.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,507,400 | 2023 | +4.23% | -0.035% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1,015,200 | 2023 | +3.74% | +0.44% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 698,030 | 2023 | +1.3% | -1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 452,480 | 2023 | +1.05% | +0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 349,260 | 2023 | -0.51% | -1.72% | View data |
