The line graph illustrates the percentage of energy generated by coal in four European countries in period between 1995 and 2010. Overall, the proportion of energy produced from coal in each country witnessed a downward trend. While Denmark and Germany experienced a dramatic decrease, France and Sweden slightly fell.
In 1995, Germany had the highest proportion at approximately 55%, followed closely by Denmark at around 40%. By 2010, both countries had converged to roughly 20%, representing significant decreases. However, Germany’s trajectory was marked by a notable resurgence around 2007, when figures peaked before declining again, while Denmark’s decline was characterized by a sharp drop between 2001 and 2004, after which it stabilized temporarily before falling further.
France’s coal energy share decreased steadily from nearly 25% in 1995 to about 5% in 2010, reflecting a consistent and comparatively moderate decline. Sweden, starting at just above 5%, experienced minimal fluctuation and ended the period at less than 5%, indicating a largely stable but slightly diminishing trend. Overall, despite differing initial levels and patterns of fluctuation, all countries recorded lower coal energy proportions by 2010.