The fossil energy consumption in the food, beverage, and tobacco sectors across Europe in 2023 showed varying trends. Germany led with significant consumption, while countries like Montenegro and Luxembourg saw notable year-on-year increases at 6.18% and 3.9% respectively. In contrast, Iceland experienced a sharp decline of nearly 29%. Meanwhile, major economies like the UK, Italy, and France observed declines of over 1%, indicating a shift or improvement in energy efficiency or a transition to alternative energy sources.
Looking ahead, monitoring the shift towards renewable energy, regulatory policies impacting energy consumption, and technological advancements will be key. The steady decline in major Western countries may suggest a continued trend toward sustainability, while Eastern European countries may see varied growth owing to differing economic and industrial dynamics.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Food, Beverages and Tobacco Sectors Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.9 | 2023 | -0.049% | -0.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.14 | 2023 | +0.0036% | -1.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.49 | 2023 | -0.077% | -1.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.48 | 2023 | -1.72% | -1.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.98 | 2023 | -3.12% | -3.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7.09 | 2023 | -2.03% | -2.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 6.65 | 2023 | +0.34% | -0.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 5.26 | 2023 | +1.29% | +0.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 4.97 | 2023 | +1.44% | +0.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.05 | 2023 | -0.18% | -0.75% | View data |
