In 2023, Germany leads Europe's industrial natural gas consumption, with a 23.09 terajoules share. Spain and Poland saw notable growth, with increases of 1.7% and 1.95% respectively, while Ukraine's consumption plummeted by 18.38%. Romania also experienced a significant decline of 6.42%. Greece showed remarkable growth with a 10.3% increase, while France and the UK experienced reductions of 1.72% and 1.37% respectively. The overall growth has been mixed, with some countries maintaining slight increments and others facing downturns.
Future trends to watch include the impact of energy transition policies across Europe, which may influence natural gas consumption in the industrial sector. Additionally, geopolitical tensions and technological advancements are likely to play significant roles in shaping future consumption patterns.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Industry Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.09 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 11.55 | 2023 | -1.11% | -1.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10.48 | 2023 | +2.41% | +1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.13 | 2023 | +1.28% | +0.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 8.52 | 2023 | -1.38% | -1.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.85 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.93 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.7 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.19 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.47 | 2023 | +1.44% | +1.25% | View data |
