The 2023 data highlights Poland as the leading consumer of solid fossil fuels within Europe's chemical and petrochemical sector, though experiencing a slight decrease from previous years. Notable fluctuations include Germany's significant contraction and Belgium's expansion, marked by a sharp decline in the UK sector's reliance on solid fossil fuels. Emerging growth is seen in Ukraine, while Norway exhibits moderate positive trends. Conversely, Austria and Czech Republic show steep declines, exemplifying the larger geographic variance.
Forecasted future trends to monitor include:
- An anticipated shift towards sustainable energy sources reducing reliance on solid fossil fuels.
- The impact of renewable energy investment, potentially accelerating consumption decline.
- Policy reforms and environmental regulations posing challenges for traditional fuel usage in chemical sectors.
- Potential for technological innovations leading to increased efficiency in fossil fuel use.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 47.6 | 2023 | +2.01% | -0.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12.03 | 2023 | +3.25% | -3.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 11.33 | 2023 | +1.77% | +5.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 8.56 | 2023 | -3.02% | -4.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 7.12 | 2023 | +1.29% | +1.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.63 | 2023 | -26.29% | -18.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.48 | 2023 | -0.36% | -3.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.17 | 2023 | +20.45% | -3.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 1.07 | 2023 | +2.7% | -6.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.56 | 2023 | +14.44% | +11.19% | View data |
