The 2023 analysis highlights Portugal leading in natural gas consumption in the European textile and leather sector, with a significant increase of 8.38%. Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Spain experienced declines, with Italy facing a notable drop of 25.24%. The Czech Republic and Serbia saw substantial growth at 16.59% and 11.92%, respectively. Ireland's consumption surged remarkably by 44.52%. Lithuania, Slovakia, and Slovenia showed declines, with Slovenia's usage falling by 16.42%. The overall trend indicates a mix of expansions and contractions across countries, reflecting varied national energy strategies and sectoral dynamics.
Looking ahead, technological innovation and energy efficiency improvements will be crucial for maintaining competitive advantage in the sector. The impact of regulatory shifts aimed at reducing carbon emissions will be pivotal in defining future demand. Adoption of renewable energy sources might alter the natural gas dependency landscape, while geopolitical factors could influence energy stability and pricing across Europe.
Top countries in Textile and Leather Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 14.27 | 2023 | +10.16% | +8.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 12.29 | 2023 | -1.03% | -3.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.61 | 2023 | -7.97% | -6.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.98 | 2023 | +7.06% | -1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8.94 | 2023 | -2.46% | -3.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 8.22 | 2023 | -32.86% | -25.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 6.43 | 2023 | +2.74% | +16.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 6.02 | 2023 | +5.73% | +3.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 5.24 | 2023 | +4.51% | -2.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 3.95 | 2023 | +7.46% | +3.38% | View data |
