In 2023, Serbia led European lignite consumption per capita, followed by Bulgaria and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Countries like Germany and Greece demonstrated significant reductions in usage, pointing to a declining trend. Most Western European nations, including France, Ireland, and the Netherlands, exhibit almost negligible per capita consumption.
Key trends to watch include:
- Eastern European countries maintaining higher lignite use, albeit slowly decreasing due to environmental concerns and policy shifts.
- Western Europe showing continued declines with pressure for renewable energy transition.
- Technological and regulatory developments potentially accelerating reductions in lignite consumption across all regions.
Top countries in Lignite Domestic Material Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 5.54 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 4.67 | 2023 | +5.04% | +1.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.11 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 3.52 | 2023 | +4.46% | -0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Macedonia | 2.06 | 2023 | -4.06% | -3.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 1.94 | 2023 | -7.46% | -10.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.38 | 2023 | -0.51% | -2.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 1.26 | 2023 | -3.3% | -6.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1.14 | 2023 | +6.12% | -1.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 0.96 | 2023 | -19.1% | -13.61% | View data |
