In 2023, Poland remains the largest consumer of hard coal in Europe's commercial and public services sector, though its consumption slightly decreased by 0.15% compared to the previous year. Remarkably, Ukraine saw a substantial increase of 42.58% in consumption, while Slovakia (0.75%) and Lithuania (0.29%) experienced marginal growth. France and Moldova exhibited reductions of 9.97% and 3.89%, respectively. Despite low volumes, the Czech Republic recorded a significant increase of 30.25%. The United Kingdom experienced a sharp decline of 49.68%, emphasizing a broader European trend of diminishing reliance on coal.
Future trends to watch include increased investment in renewable energy and infrastructure, encouraging further shifts away from coal. As environmental policies grow stricter, consumption in Germany and the UK might decline further. Monitoring Poland's future policies will also give insights into how coal consumption evolves in Eastern Europe. The political landscape and energy security discussions, particularly concerning Ukraine, are pivotal in shaping consumption patterns moving forward.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Hard Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 964.65 | 2023 | +2.41% | -0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 360.6 | 2023 | +2.62% | +42.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 120 | 2023 | +22.47% | +0.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 49.6 | 2023 | +8.54% | +0.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 33.95 | 2023 | -12.25% | -9.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Moldova | 24.6 | 2023 | -1.99% | -3.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Albania | 7.43 | 2023 | +7.77% | +6.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 6.96 | 2023 | +12.06% | +30.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 4.15 | 2023 | 0% | +6.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 2.6 | 2021 | +40.68% | -23.59% | View data |
