Germany leads in natural gas consumption by households, holding a significant share, with a 2.47% increase year-on-year in 2023. The United Kingdom, Italy, and France also rank high, although the UK and France saw declines of 0.76% and 1.66%, respectively. Meanwhile, countries like Poland and Romania experienced robust growth, with Poland rising by 4.8% and Romania by 3.76%. Ukraine witnessed a notable drop of 12.21% in 2023, continuing a downward trend.
Looking towards the future, marginal growth in natural gas consumption is anticipated, driven by increasing energy efficiency and potential fluctuations in energy policies amidst the transition towards renewable resources. Key areas to watch include the energy efficiency initiatives in leading countries and shifts in geopolitical dynamics with Russia, affecting supply and consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Households Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.12 | 2023 | +3.04% | +2.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 20.39 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 15 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.34 | 2023 | -1.84% | -1.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.5 | 2023 | -2.08% | -1.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.96 | 2023 | +0.49% | +4.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 3.89 | 2023 | -13.72% | -12.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.26 | 2023 | +1.37% | +0.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.99 | 2023 | +1.42% | +3.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.85 | 2023 | -0.03% | -0.23% | View data |
