Evaluation of Natural Gas Consumption, Economic Growth, and population Changes by Regions and Provinces in Türkiye

Abstract

The natural gas sector, an essential branch of energy, continues to increase its impact each day, considering its significant role as a crucial input factor in production, the distribution of global energy resources, societal needs, and strategic investments by states. In this study, the regional analysis of natural gas consumption and the distribution companies facilitating the delivery of natural gas to consumers, operating in various regions of our country, have been examined. The potential outcomes of multiple factors influencing natural gas consumption have been explored. Additionally, the natural gas consumption and population growth rates, along with the growth rates, for the years 2020 and 2021, considered as the onset of the global pandemic crisis, have been compared and analyzed across different provinces. In this regard, the highest and lowest levels have been identified. The effects of natural gas consumption, population growth rate and growth rates on each other in the provinces were comparatively interpreted and important findings were obtained in most provinces.