Analysis of the European solid fossil fuels consumption in construction reveals Poland leading by significant margins, with 2023 data showing 1.35 thousand terajoules used. Among key consumers, Hungary, Luxembourg, and the UK follow distantly behind. Year-on-year variations in 2023 highlight a mix of consumption trends, with Poland showing a minor increase, while countries like Ukraine, the Netherlands, and Estonia underwent substantial declines. Luxembourg posted the most significant positive change. Over the last five years, varied consumption trends have been observed, contributing to mixed annual growth rates across the region.
Future trends to watch include the increasing shift towards sustainable energy sources in construction, regulatory changes impacting fossil fuel usage, and advancements in green building technologies. Potential economic shifts or technological breakthroughs could drastically alter consumption patterns in the coming years.
Top countries in Solid Fossil Fuels Final Consumption in Construction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 1,350 | 2023 | +5.29% | +1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 178.74 | 2023 | +3.15% | -0.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Luxembourg | 142.38 | 2023 | -0.91% | +4.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 121.5 | 2023 | -1.45% | -1.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 94.99 | 2023 | -8.13% | -8.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 22.32 | 2023 | +2.34% | -14.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 21.1 | 2023 | +6.4% | -9.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Kosovo | 13.28 | 2023 | +7.59% | +14.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 10.51 | 2023 | +21.86% | -13.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 8 | 2023 | +7.12% | -10.62% | View data |
