In 2023, Germany led European natural gas consumption in industry, with a modest increase of 0.56%. Notably, Poland, Portugal, Ireland, and Macedonia experienced consumption growth, with Poland reaching a year-on-year increase of 1.95%. Conversely, significant declines were observed in Romania, Ukraine, and Slovakia, with Romania witnessing the sharpest drop of 6.42%. France and the UK also saw declines of -1.72% and -1.37%, respectively. Overall, the region showed varied trends with distinct growth pockets amidst broader declines.
Future forecasts suggest diverse trajectories in European nations. Close monitoring of renewable energy policies and global market dynamics will impact industry reliance on natural gas. Furthermore, geopolitical factors could significantly influence supply and demand patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Industry by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 234,500 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 117,320 | 2023 | -1.11% | -1.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 106,430 | 2023 | +2.41% | +1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 102,900 | 2023 | +1.28% | +0.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 86,530 | 2023 | -1.38% | -1.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 59,410 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 50,070 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 47,690 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 32,180 | 2023 | +1.24% | +0.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 25,040 | 2023 | +1.44% | +1.25% | View data |
