ANNUAL DELIVERIES FOR THE PAST 10 YEARS (in billion scm )
Norwegian gas exports have increased many times over since they began in the 1970s. This graph shows developments over the past decade, reaching the latest annual record of 108.56 billion standard cubic metres in 2016. These volumes are gas delivered to foreign destinations within Gassco’s area of responsibility as operator.Norwegian gas imports in 2016 by recipient country
This graph shows the percentage breakdown of Norwegian gas by recipient country. Note that this distribution does not necessarily correspond with the amount of gas from Norway which these countries consume, since deliveries to Belgium, for example, can be transmitted to and sold in other countries.
The role of gas in meeting tomorrow’s energy needs
Population growth and reduced poverty are expected to underpin a substantial expansion in global energy consumption. The majority of analysts predict a rise of 30 per cent in 2035-40. Most future scenarios indicate that renewable energy will account for a steadily growing share of the world’s energy mix. While global consumption of coal and oil are expected to decline, natural gas will retain its position and probably achieve an increased share in countries outside the OECD. Taken from the International Energy Agency (IEA), this graph shows how world energy consumption is expected to break down in 2040. Figures in million tonnes of oil equivalent.
