In 2023, Ukraine led European nations with gross heat production from natural gas, followed closely by Germany and Italy. Most countries exhibited modest changes, with Germany and Italy seeing slight growth while Ukraine, the Netherlands, and Romania saw declines. Notably, Poland achieved a significant increase, whereas countries like Finland, Latvia, and Lithuania experienced substantial reductions. Over the last five years, these fluctuations suggest varying degrees of dependency on natural gas for heat production, with some countries progressively transitioning to alternative sources.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainable energy policies, geopolitical tensions influencing gas supplies, and technological advancements in energy efficiency, all of which could significantly alter the landscape of natural gas usage in Europe.
Top countries in Gross Heat Production from Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 214,390 | 2023 | -8.13% | -4.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 214,000 | 2023 | +1.25% | +0.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 152,740 | 2023 | +1.4% | +0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 69,730 | 2023 | +1.34% | +2.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 63,770 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 53,010 | 2023 | -4.46% | -4.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 35,360 | 2023 | +1.14% | +1.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 34,060 | 2023 | -6.13% | -7.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 33,810 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 33,080 | 2023 | +3.35% | +5.63% | View data |