In 2023, European natural gas consumption by households showed diverse trends. Germany, the UK, and Italy were the highest consumers, though the UK recorded a slight decline. Eastern European countries like Poland and Romania exhibited significant growth, while Ukraine experienced a notable decrease. Smaller nations such as Greece and Bulgaria saw double-digit growth, indicating varying regional shifts influenced by policy and economic factors.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of renewable transitions, governmental policies promoting energy efficiency, and geopolitical factors influencing supply and demand dynamics across Europe. Watch for how these elements alter consumption patterns in the coming years.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption by Households by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 292,500 | 2023 | +3.04% | +2.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 269,580 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 198,330 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 123,500 | 2023 | -1.84% | -1.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 72,770 | 2023 | -2.08% | -1.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 52,370 | 2023 | +0.49% | +4.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 51,400 | 2023 | -13.72% | -12.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 43,090 | 2023 | +1.37% | +0.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 39,570 | 2023 | +1.42% | +3.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 37,660 | 2023 | -0.03% | -0.23% | View data |
