In 2023, Germany dominated the European blast furnace gas final consumption in industry, accounting for the largest share, despite experiencing a significant year-on-year decrease of 6.02%. Ukraine and Poland followed, with notable decreases of 9.22% and 3.08%, respectively. Conversely, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Belgium recorded positive growth, with Bosnia seeing a 1.68% rise and Belgium a 1.09% increase. Although Austria had a considerable boost of 5.58%, it remains a smaller player in this market.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of increased energy efficiency measures and technological advancements aimed at reducing blast furnace gas dependence in the industry. Additionally, geopolitical developments and economic factors may influence consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Blast Furnace Gas Final Consumption in Industry Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 43.38 | 2023 | +0.54% | -6.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 23.4 | 2023 | -15.96% | -9.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 7.26 | 2023 | -1.91% | -3.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 5.74 | 2023 | +0.34% | -2.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.17 | 2023 | +21.18% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 3.78 | 2023 | -5.8% | -3.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 3.63 | 2023 | -18.08% | -6.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.86 | 2023 | +1% | -1.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.48 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2.04 | 2023 | +0.49% | -2.55% | View data |
