In 2023, France led Europe in electricity consumption within the commercial and public services sector, with consumption at 447.28 thousand terajoules, despite a 2.43% decline from the previous year. Notably, Germany and the UK occupied the second and third spots respectively, with Germany seeing a slightly higher decrease in usage by 2.67%. Poland and Ireland bucked regional trends, experiencing growths of 1.72% and 3.32%, reflective of potential expansion in these sectors in the respective countries. Iceland's consumption surged by a substantial 10.95%, signaling robust growth, likely linked to expanding public services.
Future trends in European electricity consumption for commercial and public services will likely focus on increased efficiency efforts and integration of renewable sources. Countries with currently rising consumption may continue to see increases due to economic growth, while overall trends may stabilize or decline in those striving to improve energy efficiency. The adoption of smart technologies and energy management systems will play a crucial role in shaping this sector's consumption patterns moving forward.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 447,280 | 2023 | -2.24% | -2.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 419,660 | 2023 | -2.36% | -2.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 322,600 | 2023 | -0.32% | -0.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 320,250 | 2023 | +2.68% | -1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 239,720 | 2023 | -1.64% | -2.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 193,850 | 2023 | +1.8% | +1.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 129,020 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 107,070 | 2023 | +0.17% | +1.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 95,220 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.049% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 83,900 | 2023 | +2.01% | +2.97% | View data |
