In 2023, Germany led the European non-ferrous metals sector's consumption of natural gas, absorbing the largest share, followed by Spain, which showed a strong 4.97% increase over the previous year. Notable growth was also recorded in Greece at 17.85%, whereas France and Italy saw slight declines. Lesser consumers like Bosnia and Herzegovina and Lithuania experienced significant reductions, with Lithuania's consumption notably halved. Eastern European countries like Bulgaria witnessed a rise in consumption, highlighting shifting dynamics within the sector.
Looking ahead, Europe's non-ferrous metals sector may increasingly pivot toward renewable energy sources due to environmental regulations and sustainability goals. Potential trends include increased adoption of energy-efficient technologies and efforts to reduce dependency on gas amid geopolitical tensions influencing supply stability. Additionally, countries with smaller shares might explore alternative energies to diversify their energy mix and reduce overall natural gas consumption.
Top countries in Non-Ferrous Metals Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.69 | 2023 | +3.14% | +0.036% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.4 | 2023 | +4.38% | +4.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 10.23 | 2023 | +3.16% | +1.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.09 | 2023 | -1.03% | -1.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 7.09 | 2023 | +2.71% | +17.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.12 | 2023 | +5.94% | -1.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 5.63 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.65 | 2023 | +1.3% | +0.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 4.16 | 2023 | +5.57% | +0.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 3.82 | 2023 | +0.0073% | +1.72% | View data |
