The European natural gas consumption for the wood and wood products sector in 2023 shows Germany leading with 18.35 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by France and Spain. Italy's consumption rose notably by 12.67%, whereas Latvia and Hungary experienced declines at -10.75% and -17.01%, respectively. Noteworthy increases were seen in Ireland (41.57%) and Greece (40.14%). The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) would show varying trends, highlighting significant fluctuations across countries.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include technological advancements in energy efficiency which could reduce natural gas dependency. Additionally, geopolitical factors and changes in EU energy policy could impact consumption patterns significantly. Monitoring these elements will be crucial for forecasting future consumption dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Wood and Wood Products Sector Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.35 | 2023 | +0.61% | -0.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 11.8 | 2023 | +5.38% | -1.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.49 | 2023 | +3.59% | +0.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.82 | 2023 | +2.77% | +12.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 8.81 | 2023 | +2.5% | -1.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 7.5 | 2023 | +0.96% | +3.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 7.06 | 2023 | +1.43% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 5.28 | 2023 | +0.012% | -0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 3.69 | 2023 | +2.84% | +1.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 2.68 | 2023 | +27.38% | +41.57% | View data |
