In 2023, the consumption of gas oil and diesel oil (excluding biofuel) in the paper, pulp, and printing sectors in France stood at approximately 8.11 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. From 2024 to 2028, the usage shows a gradual decline, with a year-on-year decrease ranging between -0.99% to -0.88%. Over this period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual reduction rate of about -0.74% in consumption, depicting a steady decline in demand.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of increased environmental regulations, shifts towards greener energy sources, and innovations in production technologies that could further decrease reliance on traditional fuels in these sectors.
