The European Non-Ferrous Metals sector has shown varying natural gas consumption patterns by country. Germany leads with 20.87% share, noticeably higher than other countries such as Spain at 11.35% and Ireland at 10.19%. Some countries like Greece experienced significant growth in 2023 with a 17.51% increase, reflecting a potential shift in industrial energy dependencies. Meanwhile, Portugal, Bulgaria, and Slovenia also reported notable increases above 5%. In contrast, Bosnia and Herzegovina saw the largest decline at -18.73%, and other countries like Estonia and Latvia also reported decreases.
Looking forward, the European market for non-ferrous metals is expected to navigate significant challenges and opportunities. Key trends include a shift toward more sustainable energy sources, potential regulatory changes aiming for lower carbon emissions, and technological advancements improving energy efficiency. Though natural gas remains critical, investments in renewable energy might alter the consumption landscape, affecting import dependencies and sector dynamics.
Top countries in Non-Ferrous Metals Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.87 | 2023 | +3.75% | +0.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.35 | 2023 | +4.38% | +4.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 10.19 | 2023 | +3.16% | +1.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.08 | 2023 | -1% | -1.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 6.96 | 2023 | +1.99% | +17.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.1 | 2023 | +6.55% | -1.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 5.6 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.63 | 2023 | +1.28% | +0.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 4.06 | 2023 | +4.64% | +0.036% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 3.81 | 2023 | +0.0073% | +1.72% | View data |
