The analysis reveals that in 2023, Poland dominated the European agriculture and forestry lignite consumption, with 62.15 thousand metric tons. The Czech Republic and Bulgaria follow, with 14.13 and 12.66 thousand metric tons, respectively. Over the past year, Poland and the Czech Republic saw declines of 3.87% and 4.48%, while Bulgaria decreased by 5.02%. Macedonia, however, showed growth, with a 1.49% increase. The overall trend exhibits a decline in lignite usage across most countries, reflecting a shift towards more sustainable practices.
Future trends to watch include increased investments in renewable energy alternatives and stricter regulations on fossil fuel usage, potentially leading to further reductions in lignite consumption. Enhanced environmental policies in the EU may accelerate this transition, impacting traditional energy consumption in agriculture and forestry sectors.
Top countries in Agriculture and Forestry Sector Final Consumption of Lignite Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 62.15 | 2023 | +12.24% | -3.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 14.13 | 2023 | -4.58% | -4.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 12.66 | 2023 | +0.3% | -5.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 5.17 | 2023 | -7.83% | -2.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Macedonia | 3.19 | 2023 | +16.25% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 1.13 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1.13 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.22 | 2023 | -28.16% | -22.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 0.14 | 2021 | -59.87% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.086 | 2021 | +52% | View data |
