In 2023, Germany led in the consumption of blast furnace gas within Europe's iron and steel sectors, with 52.15 thousand terajoules, marking a decline of 6.02% from the previous year. Ukraine followed with 28.13, showing a sharper decrease of 9.21%. Poland and Slovakia also reduced consumption, with declines of 2.05% and 2.35%, respectively. Conversely, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Austria experienced growth, albeit modest, with increases of 0.86% and 5.24%, respectively. Belgium and Spain registered significant contractions, at -10.25% and -12.46%. The overall trend highlights a shift toward efficiency and potential alternatives in energy consumption.
Future trends to watch include the increasing adoption of green technologies, which may reduce reliance on traditional energy sources like blast furnace gas. Additionally, geopolitical and economic factors may influence energy policies and consumption patterns across European countries.
Top countries in Blast Furnace Gas Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 52,150 | 2023 | +0.54% | -6.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 28,130 | 2023 | -15.95% | -9.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9,160 | 2023 | +0.0028% | -2.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 6,890 | 2023 | +0.29% | -2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 5,020 | 2023 | +19.92% | +0.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5,000 | 2023 | -1.74% | -1.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4,360 | 2023 | -18.08% | -6.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3,440 | 2023 | +1% | -1.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3,040 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 2,280 | 2023 | +1.08% | +4.51% | View data |
