The natural gas consumption in Germany's non-metallic minerals sector is forecasted to maintain a steady increase from 2.6 million tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024 to 2.62 million tonnes in 2028. This forecast highlights a stable demand, with marginal year-on-year increases of around 0.38% between 2024 and 2028. In 2023, the consumption stood at 2.59 million tonnes. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is modest, reflecting consistent but slow growth in this sector.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of energy efficiency measures and the adoption of alternative energy sources which could alter natural gas consumption dynamics.
- Geopolitical factors affecting gas supply and pricing in Europe, influencing industrial energy choices.
- Technological advancements in the sector that can drive competitive consumption shifts.
