In 2023, Germany led the European lignite consumption, accounting for 36.84%, though it showed a significant decline of 10.64% year-on-year. The Czech Republic and Poland both followed, holding around 14% each, with slight reductions in usage. Serbia and Bulgaria had relatively stable consumption profiles, with Bulgaria even experiencing a slight increase. In contrast, Greece, Hungary, and France showed marked decreases, notably 13.92% and 12.36% for Greece and Hungary, respectively. The minor players like Austria and Italy reported minimal shares and significant declines, implying decreasing reliance on lignite.
Future trends to monitor include the potential increase in consumption from smaller markets, as evidenced by Kosovo and Macedonia's slight growth in 2023. However, the overall decline in larger markets, significant technological, and policy shifts towards greener energy could imply a continued downward trend in lignite consumption across Europe. Monitoring regulatory changes and technological advancements leading to alternative energies will be crucial.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Inland Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.84 | 2023 | -12.28% | -10.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 14.67 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 14.15 | 2023 | -0.84% | -2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 9.41 | 2023 | -1.24% | -0.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 7.43 | 2023 | +4.64% | +0.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.34 | 2023 | +5.16% | -1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.69 | 2023 | +0.74% | -1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2.89 | 2023 | -15.18% | -13.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 2.18 | 2023 | +0.085% | +1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.08 | 2023 | -1.98% | -3.49% | View data |
