In 2023, Germany led European electricity consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector, followed by Italy and France. Italy and Spain demonstrated the most significant year-on-year increases at 2.92% and 4.03%, respectively. Conversely, Germany and France experienced slight declines. A notable case was Iceland with a striking 26.16% increase. Conversely, Luxembourg's consumption fell by 7.36%. Over the past five years, the sector has shown moderate annual growth, with certain countries revealing stronger linear trends likely due to policy, economic factors, or shifts in industrial capacity.
Future trends to watch include the increased integration of renewable energy sources, heightened regulatory and environmental standards, and technological advancements in energy efficiency within the sector. These factors may drive consumption patterns to favor sustainable practices, potentially impacting overall electricity demand and distribution patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Electricity Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 45,520 | 2023 | +0.17% | -0.088% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 37,100 | 2023 | +3.02% | +2.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 28,120 | 2023 | -0.66% | -1.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 27,590 | 2023 | +6.09% | +4.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 22,110 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 21,250 | 2023 | -1.01% | -1.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 10,310 | 2023 | +2.89% | +2.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 8,710 | 2023 | +0.18% | -0.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 8,520 | 2023 | -0.94% | -1.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 8,180 | 2023 | +1% | -1.23% | View data |
