Germany leads European fossil energy consumption in the wood and wood product sector. France, Finland, and Austria show declining trends, while Italy, Belgium, and Croatia are experiencing growth. Sweden's consumption surged by over 10% in 2023, while Slovenia drastically reduced by 15%. Luxembourg saw a notable 31.17% rise, contrasting Malta's 6.98% drop. Modest increases were observed in the UK and certain Balkan regions, while Greece and Denmark noted significant declines. Poland remains a significant consumer with minor decreases. Overall, there’s a diverse energy consumption landscape throughout Europe.
Future trends to watch include potential stability or reduction in high-consuming nations due to energy efficiency measures, and continued growth in rising countries like Belgium and Croatia. Watch developments in sustainable wood processing technologies and policies potentially altering the consumption landscape in Europe.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Final Consumption in Wood and Wood Products Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,350 | 2023 | -0.97% | -1.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 4,110 | 2023 | +1.58% | -0.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,300 | 2023 | +1.74% | +5.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,800 | 2023 | +5.35% | +1.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 1,770 | 2023 | +5.58% | -0.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 1,670 | 2023 | +3.74% | -1.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 1,450 | 2023 | +3.88% | -1.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 1,400 | 2023 | +0.62% | -1.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1,140 | 2023 | +2.75% | -4.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1,110 | 2023 | +7.23% | -1.52% | View data |
