In 2023, the commercial and public services final consumption of solid fossil fuels in France stood at an estimated 1,150 Terajoules. Forecast data indicate a steady decline from 2024 through 2028, with values dropping annually: 976.21 Terajoules in 2024, 841.42 Terajoules in 2025, 710.41 Terajoules in 2026, 583.09 Terajoules in 2027, and reaching 459.34 Terajoules in 2028.
Year-on-year variations reveal substantial decreases, reflecting a trend towards reduced reliance on solid fossil fuels. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years illustrates a significant contraction in consumption, further highlighting the shift in energy usage patterns in France's commercial and public sectors.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Transition to renewable energy sources as a major contributor to the declining trend in solid fossil fuel consumption.
- Potential government policies and regulations aiming to expedite reductions in fossil fuel dependency.
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency and alternative fuels within the commercial and public services sectors.
