The European electricity final consumption in the wood and wood products sector highlights Germany as the leading consumer with 16.2 terajoules, followed by Italy and Poland. Among the top consumers, Hungary and the Netherlands showed remarkable growth at 7.22% and 20.57%, respectively, in 2023. Conversely, Sweden and Ireland faced declines. A notable decrease in Greek consumption was observed at -15.22%. Over the past five years, the sector has experienced moderate variations, with the Netherlands marking the most significant escalation.
Future trends to watch include further advancements in energy efficiency, potential shifts toward renewable sources, and localization of wood product manufacturing which may influence electricity consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Wood and Wood Products Sector Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.2 | 2023 | +0.66% | +1.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.15 | 2023 | +2.84% | +5.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9.29 | 2023 | +2.95% | +2.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.83 | 2023 | +0.37% | +1.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 6.23 | 2023 | +1.6% | +0.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 5.52 | 2023 | +0.76% | -0.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.5 | 2023 | -0.65% | +3.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 5.42 | 2023 | -1.51% | -2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 3.23 | 2023 | +3.55% | +3.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3.05 | 2023 | -1.64% | -2.25% | View data |
