In 2023, Portugal led the European textile and leather sector's natural gas consumption with 8.38% growth, while Germany decreased by 2.28%. Italy's significant drop by 20.04% marked a notable contraction. Ireland's consumption surged by 44.86%, showing rapid expansion. Serbia and Czech Republic also exhibited notable growth of 12.0% and 15.52%, respectively. Conversely, Spain (-3.59%), Slovakia (-5.65%), and Slovenia (-8.3%) faced reductions. Over the last five years, variations reflect diverse strategic adaptations within the sector, emphasizing energy efficiency and alternative energy sources.
Looking ahead, factors like energy policy changes, technological advancements, and shifts towards sustainability will likely shape future trends in natural gas consumption in the European textile and leather industries. Increased emphasis on reducing carbon footprints could influence a shift from natural gas to renewable energy solutions, further affecting consumption patterns across different countries.
Top countries in Textile and Leather Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 2,530 | 2023 | +10.16% | +8.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,410 | 2023 | +0.51% | -2.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,190 | 2023 | -21.86% | -20.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,830 | 2023 | -7.97% | -6.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,710 | 2023 | +7.06% | -1.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,700 | 2023 | -2.46% | -3.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 1,170 | 2023 | +0.016% | +15.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1,160 | 2023 | +6.2% | +4.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 996.61 | 2023 | +4.51% | -2.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 699.76 | 2023 | +7.13% | +3.21% | View data |
