Eurostat data show that EU energy imports reached €336.7 billion and 723.3 million tonnes in 2025. Both value and volume have declined compared to 2022 levels. Figures reflect changes in energy demand and sourcing across the EU.
Contrasting Trends In Energy Products
Data show an 11.1% year-on-year decline in import value and a 0.6% decrease in volume. Petroleum imports recorded the largest drop, with value down 17.8% and volumes falling 6.1% compared to 2024. LNG imports increased, with value rising 35.2% and volume up 24.4%. Natural gas in gaseous form recorded a 3.4% increase in value, while volumes declined by 5.3%.
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Global Sourcing Realigned
The United States, Norway and Kazakhstan were the largest suppliers of petroleum oils, accounting for 15.1%, 14.4% and 12.7% of imports, respectively. In LNG, the United States supplied 56.0% of imports, followed by Russia at 13.9% and Qatar at 8.9%. Norway accounted for 52.1% of gaseous natural gas imports, with Algeria and Russia supplying 17.4% and 10.4%.
Implications For EU Energy Policy
Import levels declined from a peak of €693.4 billion and 849.6 million tonnes. Data reflect adjustments in energy sourcing and consumption. Changes indicate shifts in supplier structure and energy mix across the EU. Further developments will depend on market conditions and policy decisions.
