In 2023, Norway leads European primary solid biofuels consumption in the iron and steel sector, maintaining a stable share. Significant growth is seen in Ukraine (49.71%) and Germany (55.97%), while Iceland and Lithuania experience declines. Macedonia, France, Hungary, and Romania show notable increases, reflecting dynamic changes in biofuel utilization strategies across diverse markets.
Future trends to watch include the increased adoption of biofuels driven by environmental regulations and technological advancements in biofuel processing. Regional policies and supply chain innovations will likely impact consumption patterns, potentially encouraging further diversification in biofuel application across European nations.
Top countries in Primary Solid Biofuels Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 32.99 | 2023 | +9.45% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 31.61 | 2023 | +9.25% | +49.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Macedonia | 16.98 | 2023 | +2.77% | +29.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 11.34 | 2023 | +3.31% | -4.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.04 | 2023 | +4.5% | +44.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 1.7 | 2023 | +17.82% | +55.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.78 | 2023 | +19.19% | +33.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 0.58 | 2023 | +2.69% | +0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.51 | 2023 | +9.43% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 0.48 | 2023 | +9.21% | -59.02% | View data |