In 2023, Ukraine and Germany led the European Gross Heat Production from Natural Gas, sharing nearly equal proportions. Italy, France, and the UK followed as other significant contributors. Year-on-year variations show a mixed trend, with notable declines in Ukraine, Romania, and Finland, contrasting with gains in Poland and Serbia. Over the past five years, there is an overall steady decrease in natural gas share, especially pronounced in countries like Lithuania and Estonia, pointing to a shift in energy strategies across Europe.
Future trends to watch include potential policy shifts towards renewable energy sources, continuous geopolitical disruptions affecting gas supplies, and the strategic diversifications aimed at reducing natural gas dependency, partially driven by environmental and energy security concerns. Monitoring innovative energy technologies and infrastructure developments will be crucial in understanding how the European heat production landscape evolves.
Top countries in Gross Heat Production from Natural Gas Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 19.43 | 2023 | -8.13% | -4.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.39 | 2023 | +1.25% | +0.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 13.84 | 2023 | +1.4% | +0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 6.32 | 2023 | +1.34% | +2.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 5.78 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.8 | 2023 | -4.46% | -4.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 3.2 | 2023 | +1.14% | +1.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.09 | 2023 | -6.13% | -7.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.06 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 3 | 2023 | +3.35% | +5.63% | View data |
