In 2023, Ukraine led European fossil energy consumption in the mining and quarrying sector with 22.77 terajoules, despite a slight decline of 1.78% compared to the previous year. Poland and Spain followed, remaining relatively stable with minor positive variations. Ireland and Malta showed significant increases at 11.72% and 42.36%, respectively. Conversely, Austria and Bosnia and Herzegovina faced notable decreases of 7.59% and 10.66%, respectively.
Looking forward, attention should be paid to potential regulatory changes impacting fossil fuel usage in mining. Increasing emphasis on sustainability and potential advancements in renewable energy technologies might further influence future consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Mining and Quarrying Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 22.77 | 2023 | +2.6% | -1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 11.45 | 2023 | +1.58% | +0.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10.18 | 2023 | +1.91% | +0.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 6.87 | 2023 | +0.62% | -0.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 6.54 | 2023 | -0.74% | -2.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 5.95 | 2023 | +11.47% | -3.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 5.75 | 2023 | +1.46% | +0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 3.59 | 2023 | +0.53% | -7.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 3.19 | 2023 | +3.65% | +10.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 2.62 | 2023 | +4.87% | +0.078% | View data |
