Germany leads in natural gas consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector across Europe, followed by Spain and Italy. From 2022 to 2023, notable consumption increases were observed in Poland and Austria, while Italy and Romania faced declines. Greece showed a significant increase, while the United Kingdom saw a minimal decrease. Over a five-year period, some countries like Ireland and Macedonia demonstrated high growth rates, indicating significant volatility and diverse sector performance across Europe.
Future trends to watch include the impact of energy transitions, geopolitical factors affecting supply chains, and policy shifts pushing for decarbonization. Monitoring these trends is essential as countries navigate energy diversification and sustainability goals to enhance resource efficiency and reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,590 | 2023 | +0.28% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,970 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,770 | 2023 | -2.59% | -2.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,490 | 2023 | -0.17% | -1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,230 | 2023 | +1.4% | +3.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 1,100 | 2023 | +0.13% | -0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 507.38 | 2023 | -0.03% | +0.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 484.98 | 2023 | -0.0025% | -0.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 470 | 2023 | +1.32% | +0.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 466.93 | 2023 | +0.0064% | +2.18% | View data |
