The European paper, pulp, and printing sector exhibits diverse natural gas consumption patterns across countries. Germany leads, consuming over a quarter of the total share, while Italy also holds a significant portion. Conversely, countries such as Bosnia and Herzegovina and Macedonia have minimal consumption. In recent years, Italy and Romania showed remarkable growth in usage, while the UK saw notable declines. Over the past five years, varied trends emerged across Europe, with Germany maintaining relatively stable growth, whereas Southern and Eastern European countries experienced more fluctuations.
Future trends to watch include increased focus on energy efficiency and potential shifts towards renewable energy sources within the sector. This could alter the demand and distribution of natural gas consumption across Europe, especially influenced by regulatory changes and technological advancements. Keeping an eye on geopolitical dynamics and economic policies within the region will be crucial to understanding these fluctuations and potential shifts in energy consumption patterns.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26.53 | 2023 | -0.39% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 19.02 | 2023 | +2.18% | +17.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.38 | 2023 | -3.29% | -3.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.95 | 2023 | -1.94% | -0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.72 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 4.97 | 2023 | -2.59% | -0.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.79 | 2023 | -2.7% | -3.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.55 | 2023 | +3.77% | +4.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.62 | 2023 | +2.84% | +3.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.37 | 2023 | -18.52% | -13.45% | View data |
