How widely is LPG used around the world?
In 2022, the average LPG consumption across 190 countries stood at 56.33 thousand barrels per day.
Let's look at the highest LPG consumers (for the countries for which figures are available) as per 2022 data, according to The Global Economy.
At the very top sits China, consuming a massive 2,457.39 thousand barrels per day, making it the world's largest LPG user by a wide margin.
At the other end of the spectrum is Burundi and Mongolia, which recorded zero LPG consumption during the same year.
1. China
Using 2,457.39 thousand barrels per day of LPG, China is No 1. From households to manufacturing plants, LPG powers a significant portion of China's energy needs.
2. United States
Next is the US. 1,338.02 thousand barrels per day. LPG plays an important role in American households, agriculture, transportation, and industrial operations.
3. India
896.3 thousand barrels per day of LPG is what India was consuming in 2022 and today it must be proportionately higher.
Government initiatives promoting clean cooking fuel (as opposed to coal), combined with a massive population, have boosted LPG usage in recent years. Millions of households, commercial establishments have switched from traditional fuels to LPG.
4. Russia
At No 4 is Russia recording 876.2 thousand barrels per day. A major energy producer, Russia is also a substantial consumer.
5. Saudi Arabia
The Desert Kingdom consumes 429.45 thousand barrels per day of LPG. With a strong petrochemical industry and growing domestic demand, LPG remains an important energy source.
6. Japan
Which Asian nation relies heavily on imported LPG? Japan used 392.11 thousand barrels per day of LPG.
7. South Korea
At position seven, South Korea uses 323.76 thousand barrels per day of LPG. How will South Korea balance its need for LPG with its green energy ambitions?
8. Mexico
Which Latin American country makes it to the top eight? Mexico makes use of 309.16 thousand barrels per day.
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