In 2023, Ukraine led with the highest natural gas consumption in the European mining and quarrying sector, followed by Spain and Austria. Germany, despite its strong industrial base, showed a decline in consumption, similar to Austria and Italy, marking a downward trend. In contrast, Greece and Portugal showed significant growth in usage, highlighting a regional shift. Finland and Croatia also contributed positively to the upward trends.
Future trends to monitor include potential policy-driven reductions in natural gas usage due to increased emphasis on sustainability and green initiatives. Countries like Ukraine and Spain might strategize to maintain output while diversifying energy sources. The increase in countries like Lithuania and Croatia suggests a focus shift toward operational efficiency and energy alternatives.
Top countries in Mining and Quarrying Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 3,490 | 2023 | +7.45% | +0.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,920 | 2023 | +2.42% | +1.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 1,230 | 2023 | +0.25% | -7.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 926.37 | 2023 | -5.62% | -4.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 654.75 | 2023 | +2.57% | +4.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 569.06 | 2023 | +9.14% | -0.016% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 559.34 | 2023 | -3.75% | -3.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 537.87 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 517.47 | 2023 | +8.44% | +3.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 302.16 | 2023 | +3.98% | +6.01% | View data |
