In 2023, Germany was the largest consumer of brown coal briquettes in the European industrial sector, consuming 3.02 million metric tons. The consumption saw a modest growth of 0.3% over the previous year. Belgium and the Czech Republic followed, with Belgium experiencing a decline of 2.14% and the Czech Republic a slight decrease of 0.079%. Serbia and France showed modest increases in consumption at 3.08% and 3.79% respectively, while the Netherlands exhibited a growth of 3.34%. Hungary and Poland saw declines in consumption, at rates of 2.09% and 1.56%. Luxembourg recorded growth of 3.75%, while Bulgaria's consumption remained negligible.
Looking to future trends, the European industry sector may experience shifts toward more sustainable energy sources given the broader EU energy transition policies. Monitoring regulatory changes, technological advancements in cleaner coal alternatives, and market dynamics will be crucial in understanding the future trajectory of brown coal briquette consumption across the continent.
Top countries in Industry Sector Final Consumption of Brown Coal Briquettes by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,020 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 339.9 | 2023 | +8.87% | -2.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 72.35 | 2023 | +2.62% | -0.079% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 61.44 | 2023 | -7.44% | +3.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 53.68 | 2023 | +18.75% | +3.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 38.28 | 2023 | +19.98% | +3.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 27 | 2023 | 0% | -2.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 9.96 | 2023 | +0.23% | +3.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.68 | 2023 | +3.72% | -1.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.036 | 2021 | -35.71% | View data |
