Germany's Gas Storage at 75%, Supply Secure Despite Reduced Russian Imports

As of October 26, 2025, Germany's gas storage level stands at 75.34%, a slight decline from the previous day but indicative of generally stable supplies heading into the winter months. Germany's gas storage facilities have a total capacity of approximately 23 billion cubic meters, ranking fourth in the world. When fully stocked, these reserves are sufficient to cover about two cold winter months.

The gas consumption in Germany increased by 3.5% in 2024 compared to the previous year, totaling 844 TWh. Industrial users account for 61% of this consumption, while households and businesses make up 39%. Since the cessation of Russian gas supplies—which constituted 52% of Germany's imports in 2021—Norway has emerged as the primary supplier. The European Union aims to end all gas imports from Russia by 2027, further emphasizing the shift in supply sources.

Despite the relatively lower storage at the start of 2025 compared to the previous year, the Bundesnetzagentur has confirmed that Germany's gas supply remains stable and secure. Gas storage operations involve filtering, compressing, and pressurizing gas to ensure efficient storage, and recent legislation enforces mandatory storage levels to safeguard supply security. This infrastructure and regulatory framework underpin Germany's energy resilience as it navigates a complex post-Russian supply landscape. (Source: 116732)