In 2023, Italy led in renewable and biofuel consumption in the commercial and public sectors across Europe, followed closely by Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Spain. Notably, the United Kingdom and Italy experienced significant year-on-year increases, with Spain demonstrating the strongest growth among the top five. While countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina saw remarkable percentage growth, others like Sweden and Denmark posted negative changes. The analysis acknowledges consistent, albeit modest, growth across these sectors in the past five years, signaling a promising shift toward greener energy.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in renewables that enhance efficiency, government policies that incentivize sustainable consumption, and continued acceleration in countries currently posting rapid growth. Additionally, economic factors and energy security considerations in the wake of geopolitical shifts may significantly impact consumption trends.
Top countries in Renewables and Biofuels Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 2,740 | 2023 | +2.26% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,390 | 2023 | +2.36% | +2.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 1,460 | 2023 | +5.01% | +5.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,100 | 2023 | +3.54% | +4.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1,000 | 2023 | +7.98% | +10.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 587.01 | 2023 | +2.87% | +3.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 441.34 | 2023 | +7.47% | +8.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 408.91 | 2023 | +5.74% | +7.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 378.95 | 2023 | +9.38% | +4.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 339.75 | 2023 | +5.73% | +6.95% | View data |
