The analysis of European natural gas consumption in the commercial and public services sectors for 2024 reveals that Germany leads with the highest share, followed by Italy and the United Kingdom. France and the Netherlands also have notable consumption levels. Significant growth was observed in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, reflecting a 9.27% and 8.4% increase respectively over the past year. Norway's consumption saw an exceptional rise of 13.36% in 2023. Conversely, Slovakia, Hungary, and Ireland experienced declines in consumption.
Future trends to monitor include potential impacts of energy transition policies, economic recovery efforts, and geopolitical developments. A focus on renewable energy integration, energy efficiency improvements, and advancements in energy technology could significantly influence natural gas consumption patterns in Europe.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.84 | 2023 | +0.81% | -0.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 15.58 | 2023 | +1.37% | +0.015% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 14.27 | 2023 | +0.36% | +0.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 13.54 | 2023 | +3.08% | +0.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6.49 | 2023 | +1.69% | +0.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.63 | 2023 | +2.28% | +2.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.12 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.1 | 2023 | +6.67% | +1.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.39 | 2023 | +5.48% | +0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.29 | 2023 | -1.98% | -0.62% | View data |
