Primary energy demand in the European Union (EU-28) 2016-2040, by fuel type
This statistic displays the demand for primary energy in the European Union (EU-28) in 2016 and 2040, by fuel type. By 2040, the demand for coal is predicted to fall from 238 Mtoe to 85 Mtoe, showing a clear move away from coal. In comparison, the demand for renewable energy is projected to increase from 149 Mtoe to 388 Mtoe.