The European mining and quarrying sector's natural gas consumption in 2023 was led by Ukraine, Spain, Austria, and Germany. Ukraine saw a slight decrease, while Spain and Czech Republic experienced modest increases. Austria and Germany faced declines, in line with broader European energy efficiency initiatives. Notable increases were observed in Ireland and countries like Portugal and Greece, indicating growth in their mining sectors. Finland and Latvia also showed significant increases, reflecting diverse regional dynamics.
Future trends to watch include:
- Growth in gas consumption in emerging European markets as industries expand.
- Impact of energy transition policies aiming for reduced carbon emissions, potentially decreasing overall natural gas usage.
- Technological advancements improving energy efficiency in mining operations.
Top countries in Mining and Quarrying Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 28.04 | 2023 | +4.93% | -0.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 16.47 | 2023 | +2.51% | +0.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 11.07 | 2023 | +1.24% | -7.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 8.59 | 2023 | -3.39% | -3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 5.69 | 2023 | +2.4% | +4.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.2 | 2023 | +7.93% | -0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.16 | 2023 | -2.06% | -2.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 4.83 | 2023 | +3.43% | -0.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 2.45 | 2023 | +0.33% | +4.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.37 | 2023 | +2.74% | -9.1% | View data |
