In 2023, Germany led the European blast furnace gas consumption in the industry with a significant share. However, it saw a reduction of 6.02% compared to the previous year. Ukraine followed, but also experienced a decline of 9.22%. Poland, Slovakia, and other countries like Sweden and Norway saw smaller decreases. By contrast, Bosnia and Herzegovina slightly increased by 0.86%, and Austria showed considerable growth of 5.25%. Belgium and Spain had notable declines of 10.25% and 12.6%, respectively.
Future trends to watch:
- Emerging technologies aiming to improve blast furnace efficiency and reduce emissions could reshape consumption patterns.
- The shift towards greener energy sources might further impact the demand for blast furnace gas across Europe.
- Economic recovery in key countries could lead to a resurgence in industrial activities and consumption.
- Regulatory changes related to carbon emissions could pressure industries to limit their reliance on traditional gas sources.
Top countries in Blast Furnace Gas Final Consumption in Industry Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 43.21 | 2023 | +0.54% | -6.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 23.3 | 2023 | -15.96% | -9.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 7.58 | 2023 | -0.065% | -2.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 5.71 | 2023 | +0.29% | -2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.16 | 2023 | +19.92% | +0.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 3.74 | 2023 | -5.8% | -3.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 3.61 | 2023 | -18.08% | -6.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.85 | 2023 | +1% | -1.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.52 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2.03 | 2023 | +0.49% | -2.55% | View data |
