Germany led European roundwood use at 82.23 million cubic meters in 2023, with a 3.97% YoY increase. Austria used 29.62 million cubic meters, up 1.09%. France utilized 29.49 million cubic meters, declining by 1.36%. Slovakia had a slight rise in usage, reaching 11.74 million cubic meters with a 0.25% increase. Denmark's use rose 2.17% to 2.63 million cubic meters. The last five years have shown varied growth trends, with Germany experiencing the most significant increases, while France showed a downturn.
Future trends to watch include sustainable harvesting practices, technological advancements in forestry, and market demand shifts influenced by environmental policies and economic conditions.
Top countries in Total Industrial Roundwood Use by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 82,230 | 2023 | +4.26% | +3.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 29,620 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 29,490 | 2023 | -1.25% | -1.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 11,740 | 2023 | +3.39% | +0.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 2,630 | 2023 | +22.66% | +2.17% | View data |
