In 2023, Poland holds the highest availability of solid fossil fuels with 29.99 terajoules, followed by Germany at 19.99 terajoules. Despite small year-on-year declines, these countries remain top contributors alongside Ukraine and the Czech Republic. France and the UK show significant reductions in fossil fuel usage, aligning with broader European environmental goals. Noteworthy growth is observed in Croatia and Macedonia, while Kosovo shows a remarkable 32% increase. Conversely, Italy experienced a sharp 19% drop, reflecting a possible strategic shift away from these fuels. Over the past five years, growth rates remained generally negative, indicating a gradual decline in reliance on solid fossil fuels.
Future trends to watch include continued policy-driven declines in solid fossil fuel usage across Europe, with renewable energy sources gradually replacing current dependencies. Monitoring countries like Poland and Germany is essential, as they may lead in transitioning the energy mix. Additionally, countries with increasing shares, such as Kosovo, may warrant attention for potential shifts toward more sustainable energy practices.
Top countries in Availability for Final Consumption of Solid Fossil Fuels Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 29.99 | 2023 | -2.08% | -4.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.99 | 2023 | +9.27% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 13.09 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 5.11 | 2023 | -4.85% | -3.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.85 | 2023 | +5.73% | -6.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 3.94 | 2023 | -8.86% | -7.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.28 | 2023 | -6.13% | -4.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 2.13 | 2023 | +1.45% | +2.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2 | 2023 | +2.06% | +1.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.67 | 2023 | +10.23% | -4.34% | View data |
