Germany leads European natural gas consumption in chemical and petrochemical sectors, though the usage increased modestly by 0.58% in 2023. Notable growth occurred in Italy with an 11.43% increase. The Netherlands saw a 2.01% rise, while significant declines were recorded in the United Kingdom and Romania, with contractions of 2.73% and 7.5% respectively. Smaller markets like Moldova and Bosnia and Herzegovina displayed high growth rates of 28.92% and 10.5%, although starting from a low base.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in consumption patterns due to energy transition policies, evolving sustainability goals, and technological advancements in the chemical and petrochemical sectors. Countries heavily investing in green technologies may see altered demand for natural gas in these industries over the coming years.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 5,550 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 3,080 | 2023 | +0.13% | -0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 2,670 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 2,140 | 2023 | +1.56% | +2.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1,620 | 2023 | +11.36% | +11.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 1,440 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,370 | 2023 | -2.74% | -2.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 493.86 | 2023 | +1.68% | +2.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 440.83 | 2023 | +1.87% | +4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 395.83 | 2023 | -34.83% | -7.5% | View data |
