In 2023, Germany led the European bioenergy consumption in the non-ferrous metal sector, followed by Finland and the United Kingdom, indicating their strong industrial activity and commitment to bioenergy utilization. Major year-on-year increases were noted in the Netherlands, Bulgaria, and Latvia, suggesting growing bioenergy adoption. However, countries like Belgium and Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced declines, pointing to potential challenges in their bioenergy sectors. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has varied significantly among countries, with Eastern European countries showing notable advances, reflecting infrastructural improvements and policy shifts favoring renewable energy.
Future trends to watch include the continued growth in bioenergy use driven by European Union directives, technological advancements in biofuel efficiency, and potential disruptions in bioenergy supply chains due to geopolitical factors. Enhanced cross-border collaborations and investments in sustainable energy are likely to boost bioenergy consumption notably in emerging markets within Europe.
Top countries in Bioenergy Final Consumption in Non-Ferrous Metal Sector Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 28.45 | 2023 | +2.02% | +1.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 13.74 | 2023 | +2.29% | +2.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 11.03 | 2023 | +3.68% | +4.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 7.45 | 2023 | +6.91% | +7.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 4.68 | 2023 | +5.4% | +1.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.39 | 2023 | +2.78% | +9.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.09 | 2023 | +2.84% | +3.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 4.02 | 2023 | +0.8% | +15.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.72 | 2023 | +1.97% | -1.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 3.35 | 2023 | +5% | +1.93% | View data |
