The European sub-bituminous coal market for final consumption in 2023 sees Ukraine leading with 389.4 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, despite a 3.58% decrease from the prior year. Romania maintains a stable consumption of 273.84, while Macedonia experiences a significant rise of 9.35%, reaching 66.79. Belgium and Romania show no variation, hovering at 29.83 and 273.84 respectively, while Slovenia and Austria both decline. Lithuania, though contributing a minimal total, sees a notable 14.51% increase. Spain reports a negative value, indicating a decline in consumption or inventory reduction efforts.
Future trends to watch include:
- Shift towards renewable energy sources influencing sub-bituminous coal demand reductions.
- Geopolitical developments impacting coal supply and import activities in Eastern Europe.
- Continued environmental policies pressuring coal consumption patterns within the EU.
- Investment in cleaner coal technology potentially affecting future production and consumption.
Top countries in Sub-Bituminous Coal Available for Final Consumption by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 389.4 | 2023 | +28.39% | -3.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 273.84 | 2023 | +2.32% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Macedonia | 66.79 | 2023 | +5.49% | +9.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 29.83 | 2023 | -0.074% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 27.47 | 2023 | +11.87% | -0.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 25.75 | 2023 | -4.66% | -6.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 1.29 | 2023 | +53.17% | +14.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | -8.82 | 2023 | +0.057% | View data |
