In 2023, Germany led in natural gas consumption in the iron and steel sectors in Europe with 23.61 thousand GWh, despite experiencing a slight decline of 1.78% year-on-year. Ukraine saw a minor increase, while Spain, Netherlands, and Greece showed notable upticks. Conversely, Italy, France, and the UK recorded significant decreases, with the UK experiencing a sharp drop of 7.22%. Finland and Bosnia and Herzegovina witnessed substantial increases, while Romania and Lithuania faced steep declines, notably over 30%.
Future trends indicate a potential shift towards alternative energy sources and increased efficiency measures in the iron and steel sectors. Watch for technological advancements and policy changes influencing gas usage across European countries.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23,610 | 2023 | -0.58% | -1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 16,850 | 2023 | +0.0064% | +0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 12,770 | 2023 | -1.12% | -3.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7,850 | 2023 | +4.75% | +1.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6,490 | 2023 | +4.12% | -4.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6,200 | 2023 | -0.78% | -2.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 5,310 | 2023 | -0.91% | -2.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 4,450 | 2023 | +1.35% | -2.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2,990 | 2023 | -0.2% | +1.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2,480 | 2023 | -9.14% | -7.22% | View data |
