In 2023, the Netherlands led in electricity consumption in agriculture and forestry among European countries, with a slight decrease of 0.13% from the previous year. France, Italy, Spain, and Germany followed, each contributing varied trends where Italy and Spain increased by 3.79% and 2.47%, respectively, while Germany saw a minor decline of 0.38%. Eastern European countries, such as Poland and Romania, experienced notable declines, with Poland showing a significant 19.09% drop. Noteworthy fluctuations were seen in Moldova and Slovenia, both gaining significant momentum at 13.03% and 17.99%, respectively.
Future trends in the sector indicate a shift towards stabilizing or increasing consumption in countries investing in advanced agricultural technologies. The countries with increasing growth rates, like Slovenia and Moldova, could become key players if their trends continue. Increased focus on sustainable energy practices and technology enhancements across Europe may also alter the electricity consumption landscape in agriculture and forestry.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Agriculture and Forestry Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 17.2 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12.51 | 2023 | +1.89% | -1.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.59 | 2023 | +1% | +3.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9.08 | 2023 | +0.3% | +2.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 8.08 | 2023 | +2.33% | -0.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 6.13 | 2023 | +0.59% | -0.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.96 | 2023 | -0.6% | -0.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.86 | 2023 | +0.13% | +1.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 3.15 | 2023 | +0.012% | -0.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 2.92 | 2023 | +0.029% | +0.94% | View data |
