The 2023 data shows Poland as the leading consumer of hard coal among European households, significantly higher than other countries, although it is experiencing a declining trend of -5.66%. Countries like the United Kingdom, Czech Republic, and Germany also indicated substantial declines in hard coal consumption. Slovakia and Latvia, on the other hand, recorded increases, reflecting varied dependence across Europe. Germany experienced the most significant reduction at -14.37%, suggesting a strong move away from coal usage. Moldova's increase of 6.7% is notable, amidst widespread declines.
Looking ahead, continued decreases in hard coal consumption are expected due to the EU's transition towards sustainable energy sources. Monitoring the pace of energy policy changes and technological adoption in renewable sources will be crucial in understanding future energy consumption trends in these countries.
Top countries in Households Final Consumption of Hard Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 7,510 | 2023 | -3.79% | -5.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 327 | 2023 | -10.41% | -8.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 210.54 | 2023 | -1.06% | -8.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 194.77 | 2023 | -5.53% | -6.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 134.47 | 2023 | +2.59% | -1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 87 | 2023 | -6.82% | -5.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Moldova | 80.3 | 2023 | +5.94% | +6.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 55.1 | 2023 | -12.26% | -8.2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 52.2 | 2023 | +1.95% | -5.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 48.35 | 2023 | -7.49% | -14.37% | View data |
