The European Chemical and Petrochemical Sector shows a varied pattern of hard coal consumption across countries. Poland stands as the largest consumer at 2.02 million metric tons, followed by France and Norway. Notable is Ukraine's significant increase by 34.34% in 2023, highlighting potential strategic shifts. On the contrary, countries like Germany and the United Kingdom witnessed considerable reductions, aligning with broader decarbonization efforts. Overall, there is a general trend toward reducing reliance on hard coal, evident from significant declines in several countries.
Future trends to monitor include the acceleration of green policies and energy transitions, with countries potentially shifting further towards sustainable energy sources. Additionally, geopolitical developments and economic recovery post-pandemic may influence demand patterns.
Top countries in Chemical and Petrochemical Sector Final Consumption of Hard Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 2,020 | 2023 | +0.87% | -1.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 481.43 | 2023 | +6.06% | -2.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 401.07 | 2023 | +1.78% | +8.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 274.82 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 186 | 2023 | +0.54% | -3.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 36.31 | 2023 | +24.97% | -6.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 23.37 | 2023 | +16.37% | -8.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 17.5 | 2023 | +7.36% | +34.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 16 | 2023 | -36% | -23.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 11.35 | 2023 | -2.67% | -19.83% | View data |
