From 2013 to 2023, the motor gasoline refinery output in the Netherlands saw significant fluctuations. The output in 2013 was at 75.19 Thousand Gigawatthours, with a decline in subsequent years reaching a low of 34.63 in 2017. Recovery efforts saw occasional increases, with 47.25 Thousand Gigawatthours in 2018 and 48.54 in 2023. The year-on-year changes varied substantially, with notable decreases of 28.09% in 2016 and increases such as 36.47% in 2018. The CAGR for the most recent five years stood at 0.54% by 2023.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict a continuous decline in motor gasoline output, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of -1.95%. By 2028, the output is anticipated to reduce to 42.95 Thousand Gigawatthours. This continued downward trend aligns with the broader shift towards renewable energy sources.
Key future trends to watch include:
- Increased adoption of electric vehicles, impacting gasoline demand.
- Stricter environmental regulations and policies favoring sustainable energy.
- Technological advancements in biofuels and alternative energy sources.