In 2023, Germany leads in natural gas consumption in commercial and public services in Europe, followed by Italy, the UK, and France. Notable growth occurred in Spain and Ukraine with year-on-year increases of 2.3% and 2.55%, respectively. Slovakia witnessed a significant decline at -4.96%. Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Norway experienced the highest increases, indicating a dynamic shift in usage patterns. For the last five years, consumption shows moderate variance with newer trends emerging in smaller markets.
Future trends to watch include the impact of energy transition policies on consumption, advancements in energy efficiency, and geopolitical influences affecting energy supply stability in Europe.
- Germany at the top, with other major economies closely following.
- Spain and Ukraine showing significant growth.
- Slovakia faced the largest decline.
- Balkans, particularly Bosnia and Herzegovina, with notable increases.
- Look for energy policy impacts and geopolitical changes affecting gas supply and consumption.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Commercial and Public Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,780 | 2023 | +1.34% | +0.13% | 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 | -0.83% | -2.29% | View data |
