Germany leads in lignite consumption in Europe with 25.96 million tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by the Czech Republic and Poland at 10.33 and 9.97 Mtoe respectively in 2023. Among the notable shifts, Germany's lignite consumption saw a significant decrease of 10.64%, Greece declined by 13.92%, and Hungary by 12.36%. France experienced an even larger drop of 16.35%. Conversely, Bulgaria and Kosovo showed slight increases. The data from 2024 indicates a potential shift in lignite consumption patterns, reflecting a move towards greener energy sources across Europe.
Future trends in European lignite consumption are expected to be influenced by the EU's energy transition goals focusing on reducing carbon emissions. Key factors to watch include increased investment in renewable energy, policy changes aimed at phasing out lignite, and technological advancements in energy efficiency, which are likely to continue driving the decline in lignite usage across the continent.
Top countries in Lignite Gross Inland Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25,960 | 2023 | -12.28% | -10.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 10,330 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9,970 | 2023 | -0.84% | -2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 6,630 | 2023 | -1.24% | -0.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 5,230 | 2023 | +4.64% | +0.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3,760 | 2023 | +5.16% | -1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3,310 | 2023 | +0.74% | -1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 2,030 | 2023 | -15.18% | -13.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 1,540 | 2023 | +0.085% | +1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 764.3 | 2023 | -1.98% | -3.49% | View data |
