2nd
highest share of renewables in power mix in EU (2020)
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This analysis includes a comprehensive Austria energy market report and updated datasets. It is derived from the most recent key economic indicators, supply and demand factors, oil and gas pricing trends and major energy issues and developments surrounding the energy industry. The report provides a complete picture of the country situation, dynamics, current issues and future prospects. With 2020 market data and continuous follow-up of markets news, this report brings clear and concise insights with which to tackle national energy challenges and opportunities. Browse the tabs below for a detailed table of contents, the list of graphs and tables, and details on the data files.
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Highlights
2nd
highest share of renewables in power mix in EU (2020)
+2%
GHG emissions level in 2019 compared to 1990
5th
largest gas storage volumes in the EU
Abstract
Institutions & Energy Policy
The Directorate General for Energy & Mining of the Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation, and Technology is responsible for the energy policy and supervises the energy sector. The ministry is also in charge of environmental and climate protection policies.
Energy Companies
Oil:
OMV (State 31.5% through ÖBAB, MPPH, Mubadala Petroleum and Petrochemicals 24.9%) is the national oil company involved in the exploration-production, refining and distribution of oil.
Energy Supply
Gas:
The country's gas production has been decreasing by around 10%/year since 2012, when it peaked at 1.8 bcm; it reached 0.8 bcm in 2020. It now represents only 10% of the national consumption.
Energy Prices
Gas:
The average price of natural gas for residential is in line with the EU average, while that of industry is 35% above, making it the highest gas price for industry in the EU.
An energy tax was introduced in 1996. In 2005 it was raised from €4.5c/m3 to €6.6c/m3, i.e. €0.59c/kWh.
Graph: GAS PRICES FOR INDUSTRY AND HOUSEHOLDS (€c/kWh GCV)
Energy Consumption
Austria's energy consumption per capita is 3.5 toe, which is 24% higher than the EU average (2020). The country's electricity consumption stands at 7 100 kWh, i.e., 34% above the EU average.
Graph: CONSUMPTION TRENDS BY ENERGY SOURCE (Mtoe)
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In the Austria energy market report you will find the following tables:
The Austria energy market data since 1990 and up to 2020 is included in the Excel file accompanying the Austria country report.
It showcases the historical evolution, allowing users to easily work with the data.
Key Data included in the excelsheet:
The Austria country report is complemented with a national power generation dashboard (excel file) from our Power Plant Tracker Service.
Data included in the excelsheet:
Projections Data (Excel Sheet)
The Austria country dashboards are complemented with country forecasts from EnerFuture (excel file) with scenario comparison.
Data included in the excelsheet:
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