The European fossil energy consumption in construction shows significant variation across countries. Germany leads with the highest consumption, showing a notable increase of 8.86% year-on-year. Italy also exhibits strong growth at 11.07%. Meanwhile, countries like the Netherlands and Norway have experienced declines. Additionally, Malta and Albania have seen double-digit growth, whereas Ireland experienced a substantial decrease of 26.61%. Continuous disparities highlight variations in construction sector activity and energy policies.
Future trends to watch include ongoing shifts towards renewable energy sources. Countries with increasing investments in green construction practices may show declining fossil fuel consumption. Additionally, geopolitical factors and EU energy policies could further influence trends, impacting both reductions and potential fluctuations in fossil energy usage in the construction sector.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Construction Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.76 | 2023 | +3.02% | +8.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12.36 | 2023 | +5.78% | +3.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.08 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.93 | 2023 | +1% | +0.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.84 | 2023 | -2.6% | -3.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.36 | 2023 | +6.15% | +11.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.07 | 2023 | +1.34% | +4.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 4 | 2023 | +2.26% | +1.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.23 | 2023 | +3.96% | +2.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2.76 | 2023 | -3.27% | -5.11% | View data |
