In 2023, Germany remains the leader in European natural gas consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector, followed by Spain and Italy. Notably, Poland and France make significant contributions to the overall share. While Poland experiences the highest growth, France and Italy see slight declines. Greece demonstrates the most substantial year-on-year increase, highlighting potential changes in energy dynamics. Austria, Ukraine, and Moldova also show positive trends, while the Netherlands and Italy decrease. The overall five-year CAGR reveals a stable but varied growth across different nations, with some Eastern European and Nordic countries experiencing subtle yet positive shifts.
Future trends to watch include the implementation of greener energy sources that may impact natural gas dependency, particularly in leading countries such as Germany and Spain. The pursuit of energy diversification and sustainability will likely influence consumption patterns, and emerging economies in Eastern Europe may play a pivotal role in reshaping demand dynamics in the European context.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.65 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.39 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.86 | 2023 | -3.42% | -3.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.3 | 2023 | +0.64% | -1.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.39 | 2023 | +1.48% | +3.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 7.48 | 2023 | +0.13% | -0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 3.49 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.32 | 2023 | +0.33% | -0.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3.19 | 2023 | +1.24% | +0.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 3.18 | 2023 | +0.0064% | +2.18% | View data |
