In 2024, Sweden leads the consumption of pure biodiesels in Europe with 307.85 thousand metric tons, despite a decline of 6.94% year-on-year. Austria follows with 83.23 thousand metric tons, showing a minimal decrease of 0.56%. Romania experienced a significant increase of 59.83%, reaching 58.81 thousand metric tons. Poland saw the most notable growth at 121.81%, consuming 49.4 thousand metric tons. Germany, with a 35.1% rise, and Spain, with a 9.14% decline, stand at 32.0 and 28.24 thousand metric tons, respectively. Belgium (3.55 thousand metric tons), Portugal (2.82 thousand metric tons), Croatia (0.3 thousand metric tons), Greece (0.26 thousand metric tons), and Iceland (0.012 thousand metric tons) exhibit minor fluctuations.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential policy changes towards renewable energy which could impact consumption patterns.
- Technological advancements in biodiesel production and its impact on efficiency and cost.
- Market dynamics influenced by global crude oil prices and availability of feedstock for biodiesel.
- Commitments to carbon reduction targets that may drive higher adoption of biodiesels across Europe.
Top countries in Final Consumption of Pure Biodiesels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 307.85 | 2023 | +2.42% | -6.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 83.23 | 2023 | +15.69% | -0.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 58.81 | 2023 | +3.55% | +59.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 49.4 | 2023 | +16.03% | +121.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 32 | 2023 | +28.57% | +35.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 28.24 | 2023 | +2.76% | -9.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3.55 | 2023 | +6.84% | +5.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.82 | 2023 | +8.06% | -10% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.3 | 2023 | +13.41% | -6.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 0.26 | 2023 | +2.4% | View data |