In 2023, Germany led Europe with a biodiesel consumption of 59.76 terajoules in rail transport, reflecting a strong growth of 20.8% from the previous period. France followed with 14.48 terajoules, showing modest growth at 1.05%. The Czech Republic registered 9.22 terajoules with a slight increase of 0.45%. Lithuania experienced notable growth at 16.11%, reaching 6.67 terajoules. Austria and the Netherlands also grew, each by around 3%, with Austria at 3.7 terajoules and the Netherlands at 2.82 terajoules. Latvia, however, saw a slight decline of 3.34%, consuming 2.69 terajoules. Luxembourg increased by 10.7% to 0.44 terajoules, while Finland, Norway, and Greece showed minimal or negative growth, with Greece decreasing substantially by 67.44% to just 0.01 terajoules.
Looking ahead, Europe’s focus on sustainable and renewable energy sources suggests an increasing trend in blended biodiesel adoption for rail transport. Watch for technological advancements driving efficiency and environmental policies across nations encouraging higher biodiesel blends. Market dynamics in larger countries like Germany and France will significantly impact overall trends.
Top countries in Blended Biodiesels Final Consumption in Rail Transport Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 59.76 | 2023 | +11.95% | +20.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.48 | 2023 | +5.66% | +1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 9.22 | 2023 | +2.25% | +0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 6.67 | 2023 | +2.76% | +16.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 3.7 | 2023 | +2.53% | +3.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 2.82 | 2023 | +6.38% | +3.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 2.69 | 2023 | +8.16% | -3.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 0.44 | 2023 | +7.8% | +10.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.16 | 2023 | +4.23% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 0.054 | 2023 | +4.26% | View data |
