In 2023, Germany dominated lignite consumption in Europe with 125.83 million metric tons, followed by Poland and Serbia. Countries like Greece, Hungary, and Slovenia showed significant reductions, while remarkable cuts were observed in Kosovo and the Netherlands. Marginal increases occurred in Bulgaria and Macedonia, and Lithuania remained stagnant. Over the last two years, notable decreasing trends were prominent in France and Italy.
Looking forward, European lignite consumption is expected to decline due to intensifying shifts towards renewable energy sources, stricter environmental legislation, and economic transitions. Watch for policy changes and technology advancements driving the lignite market transformation in Europe.
Top countries in Calculated Inland Consumption of Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 125,830 | 2023 | -3.8% | -5.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 54,280 | 2023 | -0.96% | -1.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 37,640 | 2023 | +3.43% | -0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 31,140 | 2023 | -4.65% | -4.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 30,260 | 2023 | -13.68% | +0.063% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 17,280 | 2023 | -4.09% | -6.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 13,080 | 2023 | +0.96% | -1.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 10,430 | 2023 | -24.79% | -22.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Macedonia | 4,970 | 2023 | -13.22% | +0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Kosovo | 4,790 | 2023 | -9.02% | View data |
