In 2023, Germany led in natural gas availability for final consumption in Europe, seeing a slight increase from the previous year, alongside modest rises in Poland, Portugal, and Greece. In contrast, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Ukraine experienced declines, with Ukraine showing the most significant drop. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for most countries suggests a mixed trend over the past five years, reflecting variations in energy policy and economic factors across the region. Observations over these years indicate a diverse growth pattern influenced by local developments.
Future trends to watch include the shift towards renewable energy sources impacting natural gas demand, geopolitical influences in natural gas supply, and varying economic recovery speeds across European countries. Strategic shifts in energy policy and infrastructure changes in response to global sustainability goals could further influence natural gas consumption patterns.
Top countries in Availability for Final Consumption of Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,448,200 | 2023 | +1.52% | +1.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 1,573,900 | 2023 | -0.87% | -1.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,429,200 | 2023 | +0.25% | -0.064% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,197,400 | 2023 | -0.6% | -1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 780,690 | 2023 | -1.01% | -1.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 681,870 | 2023 | +2.85% | +1.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 555,740 | 2023 | +1.21% | +2.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 485,240 | 2023 | -4.96% | -5.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 465,720 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 279,390 | 2023 | +1.38% | +2.73% | View data |
