Forecast: Exports of Natural Gas in the Netherlands

The Netherlands natural gas exports have shown a significant decline from 2013 to 2023, dropping from 591.14 thousand gigawatt hours in 2013 to 203.85 thousand gigawatt hours in 2023. The most dramatic year-on-year decrease occurred in 2017, with a steep decline of 56.22%. The subsequent years continued to show a downward trend, with minor recoveries in 2021 (1.27%) and a notable increase in 2022 (35.46%). As of 2024, the export stood at 203.85 thousand gigawatt hours. Forecasts predict slight annual increases, with a 5-year CAGR at 0.26%, reaching 207.17 thousand gigawatt hours by 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

• Technological advancements in alternative energy could impact natural gas demand.
• Changes in energy export policies and international relations.
• EU regulations and the transition towards greener energy sources.