The European Paper, Pulp, and Printing sector exhibits diverse natural gas consumption patterns with Germany, Italy, and France leading. Germany, with minimal growth, and Italy showing significant increases, contrast with France's decline. Eastern European countries like Poland and Romania demonstrate moderate growth, whereas Western nations such as the United Kingdom see a decline. Variability is evident with strong growth in smaller nations like Norway and Macedonia. Over the past five years, a complex landscape of fluctuations indicates varying energy trends and efficiency measures across the continent.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continuous focus on energy efficiency and sustainability could further alter gas consumption patterns.
- Geopolitical developments affecting gas supply and pricing in Europe.
- Potential increase in renewable energy integration impacting natural gas dependency.
- The impact of EU policies on emissions and green energy transitions on the sector’s energy strategies.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Natural Gas Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26.5 | 2023 | -0.39% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 19 | 2023 | +2.18% | +17.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.37 | 2023 | -3.29% | -3.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.94 | 2023 | -1.94% | -0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.71 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 4.97 | 2023 | -2.57% | -0.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.78 | 2023 | -2.74% | -3.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.54 | 2023 | +3.78% | +4.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.68 | 2023 | +4.05% | +4.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.36 | 2023 | -18.52% | -13.45% | View data |
