In 2023, Germany led European final consumption of brown coal briquettes with 4.12 million metric tons. Noteworthy variations included Slovakia's substantial 34.59% increase, contrasting with significant declines like Poland's 16.09% decrease. Countries like Bulgaria and Luxembourg saw notable growth, while Austria experienced a stark 22.23% decrease. The consumption trend varied, with some nations increasing slightly or dropping marginally. Key growth entries include the Netherlands and France, with moderate increases.
Future trends to monitor involve shifts in energy policies across Europe as countries pivot towards sustainable energy sources. Policy changes may further affect brown coal briquette consumption, especially in countries exhibiting decline.
Top countries in Final Consumption of Brown Coal Briquettes by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,120 | 2023 | -1.19% | -1.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 340.7 | 2023 | +7.92% | -2.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 253.28 | 2023 | -5.42% | -8.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 240.3 | 2023 | +0.95% | -1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 54 | 2023 | +8.16% | +34.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 50.77 | 2023 | +15.17% | +2.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 45.02 | 2023 | +19.98% | +3.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 42 | 2023 | +10.53% | +0.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 37.96 | 2023 | -16.68% | +17.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 23.93 | 2023 | +2.02% | -0.88% | View data |
