In 2023, Indonesia was the largest global exporter of lignite, leading significantly over other countries, with exports valued at 4.048 billion USD. Russia and Germany followed at a much lower scale. Notably, Ireland, Slovenia, and Switzerland experienced remarkable growth rates, with Slovenia showcasing an impressive year-on-year increase of 130.42%. In contrast, many countries like Serbia, Romania, and Austria saw substantial declines. Despite these fluctuations, there is an emerging trend of increasing diversification among smaller exporters.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in lignite export dynamics driven by environmental policies and the global push towards renewables. Indonesia is expected to maintain its lead, but countries investing in greener technologies may reduce their lignite export share over time. Monitoring these changes will be crucial for understanding the evolving global lignite market.
Top countries in Export of Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Indonesia | 4,048,000,000 | 2023 | +4.85% | +3.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 699,420,000 | 2023 | +5.8% | +4.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 172,830,000 | 2023 | +1.83% | +1.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Egypt | 70,412,000 | 2023 | +5.08% | +4.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 53,767,000 | 2023 | -3.68% | -6.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kazakhstan | 28,975,000 | 2023 | -0.16% | +1.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Mongolia | 18,294,000 | 2023 | +4.88% | +2.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 13,403,000 | 2023 | +2.81% | +2.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kyrgyzstan | 11,405,000 | 2023 | +6.17% | +4.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 8,887,700 | 2023 | -2.67% | -3.59% | View data |
