In 2023, Germany remained the largest consumer of blast furnace gas in the European iron and steel sector, followed by Ukraine and Poland. Germany and Ukraine experienced significant decreases in consumption at -6.02% and -9.21%, respectively, while Poland's consumption declined by a modest -2.05%. Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Romania also showed declines. In contrast, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Austria recorded slight increases. Countries like Norway showed a robust increase of 4.51%, while Belgium faced the largest decline of -10.25% in 2023.
Future trends to watch include a focus on reducing carbon emissions, which might cause shifts towards more sustainable energy practices. This could impact blast furnace gas consumption as countries invest in green technologies. Additionally, geopolitical factors and economic recovery efforts will play roles in shaping consumption behaviors in the European iron and steel sector.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Sector Final Consumption of Blast Furnace Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 52,150 | 2023 | +0.54% | -6.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 28,130 | 2023 | -15.95% | -9.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9,160 | 2023 | +0.0028% | -2.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 6,890 | 2023 | +0.29% | -2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 5,000 | 2023 | -1.74% | -1.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4,820 | 2023 | +19.92% | +0.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4,360 | 2023 | -18.08% | -6.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3,440 | 2023 | +1% | -1.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3,040 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2,280 | 2023 | +1.08% | +4.51% | View data |
