Germany leads in natural gas consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector at 30.17 TWh, showing a modest increase of 0.29%. Spain and Italy follow, with Spain exhibiting a notable 1.27% rise and Italy experiencing a 3.04% decrease. France and the UK show slight declines, while Poland and Austria record more significant growth. Greece shows a substantial increase of 23.03%, indicating potential shifts in energy sourcing or industrial activity. Ireland's notable 10.46% rise suggests an upward trend. Small declines in countries like the Netherlands and Romania contrast with growth in lesser consumers like Bosnia and Macedonia.
Looking forward, watch for policies addressing energy efficiency and renewable energy adoption, potentially impacting natural gas consumption patterns. The geopolitical landscape in Europe could further influence supply dynamics, with countries possibly diversifying energy sources to enhance security and sustainability.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30,170 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 22,890 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 20,270 | 2023 | -3.42% | -3.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 17,600 | 2023 | +0.64% | -1.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 14,330 | 2023 | +1.48% | +3.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 12,780 | 2023 | +0.13% | -0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5,960 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 5,680 | 2023 | +0.33% | -0.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 5,450 | 2023 | +1.24% | +0.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 5,430 | 2023 | +0.0064% | +2.18% | View data |
