The European primary solid biofuels consumption in the textile and leather sector showed divergent trends in 2023. Serbia led with a consumption of 38.71 thousand tonnes, but experienced a slight decline of 1.66%. Portugal, despite its high consumption, remained stable with a negligible decline. Spain, Ukraine, Germany, and Romania showed varying growth, with Ukraine at 28.01% being particularly notable. On the contrary, Bulgaria and Lithuania experienced notable declines. Other countries, including Austria and the Czech Republic, saw significant year-on-year increases. The overall trend indicates a dynamic shift with emerging markets and declining traditional leaders.
Future trends to watch include the increasing adoption of biofuels in central and eastern European countries and the impact of EU policies promoting renewable energy sources. The success of biofuel integration in larger economies like Germany and France may steer broader regional adaptations and investments in sustainable energy solutions. Monitoring technological advancements and policy developments will be key to understanding future growth patterns in this sector.
Top countries in Primary Solid Biofuels Final Consumption in Textile and Leather Sector Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 38.71 | 2023 | -1.73% | -1.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 27.32 | 2023 | -0.061% | -0.098% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 13.05 | 2023 | +2.87% | +1.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 5.95 | 2023 | +27.68% | +28.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5.32 | 2023 | +3.67% | +10.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3.23 | 2023 | -1.82% | +3.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 2.9 | 2023 | +8.77% | -6.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 1.05 | 2023 | 0% | -6.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.99 | 2023 | +6.71% | -3.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 0.97 | 2023 | 0% | +29.09% | View data |
