In 2023, Germany was the leader in blast furnace gas consumption, followed by Ukraine and Poland, experiencing a notable decline of 5.74% and 7.16%, respectively. Countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina and Sweden indicated growth in consumption, with increases of 1.68% and 2.87%. Austria showed a notable surge of 6.77%. In contrast, Belgium and Spain experienced significant decreases, with Belgium dipping by 27.48% and Spain by 8.51%. Some countries, including Hungary, the United Kingdom, and Finland, saw no change from the previous year.
Future trends to watch in European blast furnace gas consumption include the impact of renewable energy integration, increased efficiency in steel manufacturing, and regulatory influences on environmentally sustainable practices. The shift towards greener technologies might reduce reliance on traditional energy sources, affecting consumption patterns significantly.
Top countries in Blast Furnace Gas Available for Final Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,260 | 2023 | +0.61% | -5.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 753.73 | 2023 | -12.87% | -7.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 203.16 | 2023 | -1.64% | -3.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 163.01 | 2023 | +0.2% | -2.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 119.8 | 2023 | +21.19% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 115.94 | 2023 | -12.05% | -4.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 109.05 | 2023 | -5.64% | -2.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 102.03 | 2023 | +2.24% | +2.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 71.46 | 2023 | +0.063% | -0.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 59.83 | 2023 | +1.62% | -2.1% | View data |
