In 2023, the European refinery gas final consumption in the chemical and petrochemical sectors saw diverse trends among countries. The Netherlands had the highest consumption level at 31.42 thousand gigawatthours, though it experienced a slight year-on-year decline of 0.85%. Poland and Bulgaria showed significant increases in the same period, at 15.12% and 14.51% respectively, while France recorded a sharp decline of 14.67%. Meanwhile, Romania, Germany, and Slovakia experienced moderate increases in consumption.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential stabilization or decline in the Netherlands due to mature market conditions.
- Continuous growth in Poland and Bulgaria driven by industrial expansion and energy policy shifts.
- France’s declining trend may necessitate adjustments depending on energy transition policies.
- Overall European markets could see shifts influenced by energy efficiency measures and sustainability goals.
Top countries in Refinery Gas Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 31,420 | 2023 | +0.68% | -0.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 5,820 | 2023 | +3.22% | +15.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 4,920 | 2023 | +6.54% | +10.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 3,780 | 2023 | +6.12% | +3.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 1,270 | 2023 | +8.12% | +6.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 677.54 | 2023 | -0.79% | +14.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 322.69 | 2023 | -9.36% | -14.67% | View data |
