The forecast for solar thermal final consumption in the non-ferrous metal sector in Germany from 2024 to 2028 remains constant at 1 Terajoule per year, indicating no year-on-year variation. In 2023, this value stood at 1 Terajoule, showing a stagnant growth rate over the observed period. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for these years is 0%, reflecting no dynamic shift in energy consumption.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential technological advancements in solar thermal technology or efficiency gains in non-ferrous metal processing.
Policy changes or incentives targeting renewable energy adoption.
Fluctuations in energy prices which could affect the sector's energy choices.