In the European market for wood charcoal production in 2024, Poland leads with a significant share of 35.44%, followed by Spain at 30.94%, and France at 11.48%. Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Portugal, and Latvia collectively contribute to around 17% of the market. Smaller contributions come from Romania, Lithuania, and Slovenia.
Notably, between 2023 and 2024, Spain saw an 8.62% increase in production, whereas Poland experienced a 1.61% decline. Croatia’s production rose by 6.99%, while Romania and Lithuania's outputs dropped by 9.89% and 11.79%, respectively. Over a five-year period, trends indicate gradual fluctuations, with Spain emerging as a growing production hub.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in production dominance as countries like Spain and Croatia continue to grow. Environmental regulations, technological advancements, and bioenergy demands will also shape the market dynamics.
Top countries in Sold Production of Wood Charcoal Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 35.44 | 2023 | -0.25% | -1.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 30.94 | 2023 | +2.93% | +8.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.48 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 7.48 | 2023 | +0.62% | -1.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 5.26 | 2023 | +3.97% | +6.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 4.92 | 2023 | +5.77% | -0.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 4.27 | 2023 | -0.071% | +2.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 0.27 | 2023 | -12.31% | -9.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.1 | 2023 | -13.7% | -11.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.001 | 2023 | +6.77% | +0.94% | View data |
