In Germany's chemical and petrochemical sectors, fossil energy final consumption forecasts show a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 9.74 million tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024 and decreasing to 8.57 by 2028. This decreasing trend corresponds to a year-on-year average reduction of 3.25%.

Looking ahead, the fossil energy sector is likely to be shaped by several key trends:

Increasing regulatory pressure to reduce carbon emissions, potentially accelerating the shift to renewable energy sources.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency and process optimization within sectors dependent on fossil fuels.
Market dynamics influenced by geopolitical factors and price volatility of oil and natural gas impacting supply and demand.