In 2023, Germany led European commercial and public services' natural gas consumption, while Italy and the United Kingdom followed. Year-on-year, Spain and Ukraine had noticeable increases, at 2.3% and 2.55%, respectively, while Slovakia and Hungary experienced declines. The five-year CAGR analysis shows fluctuations across countries, signaling varied trends driven by energy policies and economic conditions. Eastern European countries such as Serbia and Bulgaria saw significant rises in consumption recently, hinting at growing energy needs.
Future trends in European natural gas consumption will likely be influenced by the EU's energy transition goals, technological advancements in energy efficiency, and geopolitical factors affecting supply. Investments in renewable energy, regulatory changes, and the development of LNG infrastructure could reshape consumption patterns across member states.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,770 | 2023 | +1.29% | +0.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 7,180 | 2023 | +0.92% | -0.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 6,650 | 2023 | +0.36% | +0.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 6,280 | 2023 | +3.09% | +0.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 2,990 | 2023 | +1.49% | -0.094% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2,150 | 2023 | +2.3% | +2.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1,920 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 1,450 | 2023 | +6.67% | +1.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1,070 | 2023 | -1.98% | -0.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 984.99 | 2023 | +1.26% | -1.35% | View data |
