In 2023, Sweden led European primary solid biofuels consumption in mining and quarrying with no change in consumption. Denmark and Finland saw substantial increases by 13.46% and 24.78%, respectively, while Germany and France witnessed notable declines of 13.39% and 10.93%. The highest growth was in Finland, while countries like Estonia, Norway, and Austria remained stable. Countries with smaller consumption volumes, such as Hungary, Macedonia, and Lithuania, showed positive growth trends, whereas Romania, Serbia, and others saw slight decreases. These variations depict an inconsistent landscape in biofuel consumption across Europe.
Looking forward, as Europe intensifies its focus on sustainability, we anticipate increased investments in biofuel technologies. Sweden’s stable leadership might continue, while emerging markets like Finland and Denmark could experience further growth. Renewable energy policies and technological advancements will likely shape future consumption patterns.
Top countries in Primary Solid Biofuels Final Consumption in Mining and Quarrying Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 53.52 | 2023 | +39.44% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 21.47 | 2023 | +2.12% | +13.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 6.79 | 2023 | +12.81% | +24.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5.17 | 2023 | +17.99% | -13.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 3.05 | 2023 | +6.2% | -1.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 2.92 | 2023 | +3.15% | -2.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 2.66 | 2023 | +2.96% | -10.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 1.15 | 2023 | +19.24% | -9.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.97 | 2023 | +2.89% | +12.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.82 | 2023 | +2.81% | -0.39% | View data |
