The European consumption of lignite for commercial and public services in 2023 showed considerable variation among countries. Significant year-on-year decreases occurred in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Czech Republic, and Montenegro, with Bosnia and Herzegovina facing the sharpest decline at nearly 25%. In contrast, Bulgaria and Croatia recorded notable increases, especially Croatia at an impressive 85.75%. Poland and Slovakia saw moderate rises of 3.51% and 1.15%, respectively, while Serbia and Kosovo experienced slight declines.
Future trends worth watching include:
- Regulatory shifts towards clean energy may further pressure lignite consumption, especially in Western Europe.
- The increasing competitiveness of renewable energy sources could drive down lignite demand in the long term.
- Technological advancements and energy efficiency measures might affect lignite consumption and distribution.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Lignite Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 45.26 | 2023 | +1.25% | -2.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 18.64 | 2023 | -51.94% | -24.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Kosovo | 16.03 | 2023 | -3.02% | -2.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.59 | 2023 | +14.35% | +3.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 7.55 | 2023 | -32.2% | -9.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 7.33 | 2023 | -5.26% | +1.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 2.54 | 2023 | +2.47% | -3.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Montenegro | 1.95 | 2023 | +2.13% | -9.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.88 | 2023 | +2.7% | +18.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 1.01 | 2023 | +20.15% | -8.15% | View data |
