In 2023, Norway dominated European natural gas production with 54.94% of total production, showing a modest growth of 1.07%. The UK and Netherlands followed, despite both experiencing declines in production. Other significant players were Ukraine and Romania. Countries like Denmark and Croatia saw notable decreases of 11.8% and 10.38% respectively, while Spain and Albania were outliers with increases of 9.82% and 12.74%, albeit from smaller bases.
Looking towards future trends:
- Expect continued shifts in production dynamics due to regulatory changes and investment in renewable energy.
- Norway's position as the dominant producer is likely to remain stable.
- Countries with declining production may need to reassess policies to reverse these trends.
- The impact of geopolitical factors, particularly regarding energy independence and supply chain resilience, will be significant.
Top countries in Production of Natural Gas Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 54.94 | 2023 | +5.32% | +1.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 15.01 | 2023 | -4.22% | -4.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 8.73 | 2023 | -13.55% | -9.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 8.34 | 2023 | -0.13% | -0.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 4.27 | 2023 | +0.92% | -1.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.74 | 2023 | -0.67% | -0.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.7 | 2023 | -6.92% | -6.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 1.5 | 2023 | -12.83% | -9.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 1.08 | 2023 | +2.54% | -5.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 1.04 | 2023 | -6.54% | -11.8% | View data |
