The European wood and wood products sector showed varied patterns in final natural gas consumption across countries in 2023. Germany led with the highest share, followed by Spain and France. Notably, Italy and Ireland experienced significant growth, while Romania, Latvia, and Hungary saw declines. Over five years, the trend highlights an adaptive industry with some countries rationalizing gas use amid energy transitions.
Future trends to watch include the impact of energy policies targeting sustainability, enhancements in energy efficiency and shifts to renewable alternatives potentially reducing dependency on natural gas in the wood sector.
Top countries in Wood and Wood Products Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.62 | 2023 | -1.2% | -1.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.81 | 2023 | +8.92% | +3.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.69 | 2023 | +5.13% | -1.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 8.86 | 2023 | +2.7% | -1.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.62 | 2023 | +3.83% | +12.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 7.8 | 2023 | +2.74% | +4.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 7.06 | 2023 | +1.43% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.87 | 2023 | +2.11% | -6.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 3.66 | 2023 | +2.47% | +1.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 2.68 | 2023 | +27.38% | +41.57% | View data |
