The Czech Republic leads European brown coal consumption with an actual value of 785.77 thousand metric tons in 2023, decreasing by 5.54% year-over-year. Romania follows, with a growth of 6.4% and a consumption value of 748.15. Germany's consumption of 474.9 has decreased by 5.56%. Bosnia and Herzegovina shows robust growth of 12.59% to 408.3. Serbia and Belgium register slight increases, while Macedonia records a healthy growth rate of 5.26%. Notably, Kosovo's consumption surged by 16.68% to 75.5 thousand metric tons. Conversely, countries like France (down by 9.93%) and Netherlands (down by 33.52%) are reducing their brown coal use.
Going forward, the trend suggests a gradual shift towards alternative energy sources, significantly impacting brown coal consumption in traditionally high-usage countries like Germany. Emerging energy policies and regulations may lead to reduced reliance on brown coal, prompting countries to explore sustainable energy options. Growth in Bosnia and Herzegovina could point to short-term engagements, yet environmental commitments may eventually curb this upward trend.
Top countries in Industry Sector Final Consumption of Brown Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 785.77 | 2023 | -6.5% | -5.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 748.15 | 2023 | +1.23% | +6.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 474.9 | 2023 | -5.1% | -5.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 408.3 | 2023 | +4.29% | +12.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 388.01 | 2023 | -0.13% | +1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 166.7 | 2023 | +4.25% | +4.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Macedonia | 157.29 | 2023 | +0.24% | +5.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 119.32 | 2023 | +4.01% | +0.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kosovo | 75.5 | 2023 | -1.7% | +16.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 58.33 | 2023 | -0.12% | -5.65% | View data |
