The European Fossil Energy Gross Inland Consumption data of 2023 highlights that Germany leads with the highest consumption share, followed by the United Kingdom and France. Notably, Germany and the Netherlands experienced substantial declines, with Finland and Estonia showing even sharper reductions. Austria, Kosovo, Macedonia, Cyprus, Luxembourg, and Malta are exceptions with slight increases. Countries such as the UK, Norway, and Czech Republic also saw notable contractions, indicating a shift towards alternative energy sources.
Looking ahead, the trend towards minimizing fossil energy is expected to persist due to policy shifts, renewable energy technologies' maturation, and market pressures for sustainable energy. Countries aggressively diversifying their energy portfolios could outperform others in reducing fossil dependency.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Gross Inland Consumption Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.46 | 2023 | -1.2% | -2.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 11.06 | 2023 | -1.99% | -2.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.97 | 2023 | +2.2% | -0.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.88 | 2023 | +0.98% | -0.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.78 | 2023 | -0.68% | -0.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 7.49 | 2023 | +2.74% | -1.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5.12 | 2023 | -1.81% | -2.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 4.4 | 2023 | -4.6% | -4.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 3.16 | 2023 | -1.07% | -1.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.35 | 2023 | -1.58% | -2.26% | View data |
