Germany's Gas Storage Levels at 61.61%, Below European Average Amid Rising Consumption

As of December 19, 2025, Germany's gas storage levels stood at 61.61%, marking a slight decrease of 0.46% from the previous day. This storage fill rate is notably below the European average of 69.29%, signaling a tighter buffer as winter progresses. Despite this, the Bundesnetzagentur (Federal Network Agency) assures that gas supply in Germany remains stable and secure.

In 2024, Germany's gas consumption amounted to 844 terawatt-hours (TWh), representing a 3.5% increase compared to the previous year. Of this consumption, roughly 39% was attributed to households and commercial businesses, while industrial clients accounted for the remaining 61%. Even with the current storage, German gas reserves are capable of covering the country's needs for about two cold winter months if fully utilized.

Germany’s gas storage capacity totals approximately 23 billion cubic meters, ranking it fourth worldwide in storage size. The government mandates minimum storage levels, requiring facilities to reach 75% capacity by September 1, 85% by October 1, and 95% by November 1; however, current levels have fallen short of these targets.

The cessation of Russian gas deliveries has significantly altered Germany's gas supply landscape. Since 2023, Norway has risen to become the largest gas supplier to Germany, compensating for the absence of Russian imports. This diversification aims to enhance supply security amid shifting geopolitical and energy market dynamics.

Overall, while Germany faces challenges with gas storage filling rates below both regulatory goals and the European average, authorities remain confident in the robustness of supply networks heading into the colder months.