Romania leads the European industry sector's consumption of sub-bituminous coal, followed by Belgium and Macedonia. In 2023, Romania saw a 7.4% increase, while Macedonia's consumption grew by 8.97%. Belgium experienced a 5.36% rise. Slovenia and Austria showed more modest changes, with 1.36% and a decrease of 7.25%, respectively. Lithuania had the smallest consumption but saw a significant increase at 7.78%. Over the last five years, the trend signifies sector-specific shifts, with varying consumption growth rates across the countries.
Future trends to watch in European industry sub-bituminous coal consumption include the potential impact of increasingly stringent environmental regulations, which could drive a shift toward cleaner energy sources. Moreover, technological advancements might affect coal demand, influencing countries differently based on their energy transition policies and industrial growth.
Top countries in Industry Sector Final Consumption of Sub-Bituminous Coal by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 589.72 | 2023 | +2.77% | +7.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 171.9 | 2023 | +5.2% | +5.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Macedonia | 126.76 | 2023 | +5.24% | +8.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 52.24 | 2023 | +13.91% | +1.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 48.06 | 2023 | -4.8% | -7.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 1.7 | 2023 | +45.45% | +7.78% | View data |
