The 2023 data on European Calculated Inland Consumption of Blast Furnace Gas Share highlights Germany as the leading consumer, accounting for 26.41% of the total share. Ukraine and France follow with 13.77% and 12.95%, respectively. Notable declines were registered in Italy, Serbia, Hungary, and Spain, with decreases of 8.89%, 7.26%, 12.67%, and 5.12%, respectively. Austria showed a minor positive trend with a 1.97% increase, while Sweden saw nearly stable consumption with a slight increase. These variations reflect both economic challenges and energy policy shifts impacting the blast furnace gas sector.
Future trends to watch in this sector include:
- Potential recovery in consumption in Italy, Serbia, and Hungary if economic conditions improve.
- Increased focus on efficiency and alternative sources could impact future consumption patterns in major European countries.
- The role of decarbonization efforts shaping energy consumption dynamics across Europe.
- Geopolitical factors affecting countries like Ukraine, influencing energy consumption trends.
- The continued impact of renewable energy adoption on traditional blast furnace gas usage.
Top countries in Calculated Inland Consumption of Blast Furnace Gas Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26.41 | 2023 | +4.76% | -2.95% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 13.77 | 2023 | -4.35% | -2.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.95 | 2023 | -0.53% | -4.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6.67 | 2023 | -2.85% | -0.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 5.31 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.24 | 2023 | -4.77% | -3.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.99 | 2023 | +24.29% | -4.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.93 | 2023 | -6.96% | -2.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 3.62 | 2023 | +1.26% | -3.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 3.42 | 2023 | +1.29% | -1.98% | View data |
