In 2023, the final consumption of brown coal briquettes in the French industry sector stood at [value for 2023]. Forecasts for the period from 2024 to 2028 indicate a gradual increase in consumption, starting at 55.24 thousand metric tons in 2024 and reaching 61.42 thousand metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2.82%, and from 2025 to 2026, it's about 2.71%. This trend continues with a 2.64% increase from 2026 to 2027 and a 2.57% rise from 2027 to 2028, reflecting a consistent upward trajectory.
Future trends to watch for:
- The impact of France's energy transition policies, which may affect brown coal demand.
- Potential shifts towards renewable energy sources replacing brown coal.
- Technological advances in energy efficiency that could influence industrial consumption patterns.
- Geopolitical factors affecting coal supply and pricing.
