In 2023, the Netherlands led in European refinery gas consumption in the chemical and petrochemical sectors with 113.11 thousand terajoules, despite a slight decline of 0.85% from the previous year. Poland and Romania showed significant increases, with consumption rising by 15.12% and 10.42% respectively, reaching 20.96 and 17.72 thousand terajoules. Germany posted modest growth at 3.84%, while Slovakia and Bulgaria observed notable increases of 6.64% and 14.18%. France recorded a substantial drop of 18.67%, with consumption at 0.91391 thousand terajoules.
Over the past five years, analysis indicates differing trends in refinery gas use across countries, most notably growth in Poland and Bulgaria, contrasting with declines in the Netherlands and France. The average variation per year, determined by the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), offers additional insights into longer-term consumption patterns.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of sustainability measures and technological advancements on refinery gas consumption in European chemical and petrochemical sectors. Emphasis on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy efficiency may lead to shifts in consumption patterns, with possible fluctuations in demand among the countries analyzed.
Top countries in Refinery Gas Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 113,110 | 2023 | +0.68% | -0.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 20,960 | 2023 | +3.22% | +15.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 17,720 | 2023 | +6.54% | +10.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 13,620 | 2023 | +6.12% | +3.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 4,690 | 2023 | +8.12% | +6.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 2,400 | 2023 | -1.52% | +14.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 913.91 | 2023 | -21.33% | -18.67% | View data |