The solid fossil fuels consumption data in Europe, as of 2023, highlights Germany, Ukraine, and Poland as the key consumers. However, with declining year-on-year trends across most top-consuming countries, including the United Kingdom, France, and Italy, the market shows a noticeable reduction. Notably, Romania and Norway counter this trend with positive growth. Smaller markets like Kosovo and Bosnia and Herzegovina also exhibit significant increases.
Looking ahead, the European industry is likely to see further reductions in solid fossil fuel consumption driven by a combination of regulatory pressures and technological advancements, pushing towards renewable alternatives. Critical movements include potential policy shifts in major economies and emerging sustainable industrial practices.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption in Industry Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.25 | 2023 | -3.09% | -2.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 18.02 | 2023 | -3.56% | -2.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 16.72 | 2023 | -0.56% | -2.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 5.26 | 2023 | -7.15% | -6.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5.17 | 2023 | -3.12% | -5.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.39 | 2023 | +0.65% | +3.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4.3 | 2023 | -4.95% | -4.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 3.6 | 2023 | +2.61% | +4.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 2.71 | 2023 | -1.83% | -7.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.31 | 2023 | -0.95% | -2.46% | View data |
