The solid fossil fuels final consumption in Germany's industry is projected to decrease annually from 2024 to 2028. The consumption is expected to decline from 32.58 thousand Gigawatthours in 2024 to 28.44 thousand Gigawatthours in 2028. This represents an average annual decrease of approximately 3.3% over the forecast period, indicating a steady downward trend in consumption. From 2024 to 2025, a year-on-year decrease of about 3.2% is anticipated, while the reduction from 2025 to 2026 is approximately 3.3%. Between 2026 and 2027, the consumption is forecasted to further decline by about 3.4%, followed by a similar trend from 2027 to 2028 with a decrease of approximately 3.5%.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy shifts aimed at decarbonizing the industrial sector, technological advancements in energy efficiency, and the adoption of alternative energy sources. Also, geopolitical factors and economic conditions may influence the pace and direction of these changes.
