The 2023 data shows that the Netherlands leads in European electricity consumption in agriculture and forestry, with a slight annual decrease. Italy and Spain saw notable increases, while countries like Germany, Ukraine, and the UK experience minor declines. Noteworthy gains were observed in the Czech Republic and Slovenia, while Poland faced a significant decline. Over a five-year period, trends indicate that countries like Moldova and Slovenia are rapidly expanding their electricity consumption in this sector, suggesting dynamic growth in their agricultural and forestry activities.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in electricity consumption in countries with increasing agricultural output, development of renewable energy sources that might impact consumption patterns, and potential impacts of EU sustainability policies aimed at reducing agricultural carbon footprint.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Agriculture and Forestry Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 17.25 | 2023 | +1.9% | -0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12.38 | 2023 | +1.23% | -1.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.59 | 2023 | +0.93% | +3.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9.32 | 2023 | +1.54% | +2.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 8.06 | 2023 | +2.1% | -0.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 6.19 | 2023 | +0.87% | -0.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.97 | 2023 | -0.6% | -0.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 4 | 2023 | +1.13% | +1.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 3.15 | 2023 | +1.35% | -0.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 2.93 | 2023 | +0.034% | +0.94% | View data |
