In 2023, Germany led European fossil energy consumption in construction at 2.31 million tonnes of oil equivalent, with Italy showing significant growth at 10.74%. The United Kingdom and France showed minimal growth, while the Netherlands saw a decline. Results varied widely, with Kosovo at 0.00021 million tonnes. Notably, Malta and Albania showed strong growth due to specific country developments. Ireland experienced the steepest decline of 18.89% amidst shifting energy policies.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in energy efficiency and stricter environmental regulations, which could drive further reductions in fossil energy usage across the construction sectors in various countries. Additionally, increased adoption of renewable energy technologies may significantly impact consumption patterns.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Construction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,310 | 2023 | +3.02% | +8.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,230 | 2023 | +7.46% | +3.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,170 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 672.38 | 2023 | +1% | +0.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 581.02 | 2023 | -1.35% | -3.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 517.07 | 2023 | +5.91% | +10.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 386 | 2023 | +1.33% | +4.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 383.35 | 2023 | +1.62% | +0.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 301.92 | 2023 | +2.36% | +2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 261.32 | 2023 | -1.21% | -4.41% | View data |
