In 2023, Germany leads the European paper, pulp, and printing sector in natural gas consumption with 22.31 thousand GWh, showing a slight increase of 0.4% year-on-year. Italy follows with 15.99 thousand GWh, a significant 17.35% increase. France, Spain, Finland, and the Netherlands have seen declines in consumption. The United Kingdom experienced a notable 13.45% decrease. Over 5 years, the sector’s CAGR reflects a mixed trend with countries like Luxembourg and Macedonia showing higher growth rates in consumption.
Future trends to watch include the potential effects of energy policy shifts, sustainability measures, and increased focus on renewable energy sources which could impact natural gas consumption in this sector across Europe. Additionally, economic stability and industrial demand will play key roles in shaping the sector's energy needs.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22,310 | 2023 | -0.39% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 15,990 | 2023 | +2.18% | +17.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 7,890 | 2023 | -3.29% | -3.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6,680 | 2023 | -1.94% | -0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 6,490 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 4,180 | 2023 | -2.57% | -0.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3,180 | 2023 | -2.74% | -3.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2,980 | 2023 | +3.78% | +4.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2,260 | 2023 | +4.05% | +4.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 1,990 | 2023 | -18.52% | -13.45% | View data |
