The 2023 data indicates Germany as the dominant consumer of brown coal briquettes in Europe with 19.57 thousand gigawatt-hours, significantly outranking other countries. Belgium, with a consumption of 1.77 and a slight decline, follows distantly. Notable increases in consumption were observed in the Czech Republic and France, with 2.11% and 3.69% growth respectively. The Netherlands also saw a positive trend at 3.18%, while Serbia had a modest increase of 0.97%. In contrast, Poland and Hungary experienced declines in consumption. Luxembourg recorded the most significant relative growth at 3.75%, albeit from a low base.
Looking forward, trends to observe include Germany's continued role as a major player, potential policy shifts impacting brown coal usage, and technological advancements in cleaner energy alternatives. The growth trajectory in countries like France and the Netherlands suggests increased industrial adaptation, potentially influencing regional consumption patterns.
Top countries in Brown Coal Briquettes Final Consumption in Industry by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19,570 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 1,770 | 2023 | +8.64% | -2.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 464.04 | 2023 | +4.61% | +2.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Serbia | 276.35 | 2023 | -9.53% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 251 | 2023 | +18.47% | +3.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 213.32 | 2023 | +19.54% | +3.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 174.78 | 2023 | +2.23% | -1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 61.4 | 2023 | +0.23% | +3.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 15.41 | 2023 | +3.3% | -1.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.11 | 2021 | -38.29% | View data |
