The consumption of anthracite in France's industry sector has been on a volatile trajectory over the past decade. From 2013's high at 627.0 thousand metric tons, a substantial decline set in, collapsing by over 75% to 135.63 thousand metric tons in 2017. The period from 2018 to 2023 showed fluctuations with slight recovery phases, culminating at 164.89 thousand metric tons in 2023. Notably, the annual reduction rates and recoveries indicate persistent uncertainties and externalities impacting the market.
Trends over longer periods reveal:
- Significant drops through 2016, averaging an annual decrease of 25.17%.
- Post-2017, some stabilization and moderate growth with a CAGR of -5.32% up to 2023.
- Forecasts predict a plateau with minimal growth rate (0.01% CAGR) until 2028, demonstrating market stabilization.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential policy shifts in energy and industrial strategies influencing non-renewable resources.
- Technological advancements enhancing the efficiency and alternative applications of anthracite in industry.
- Global anthracite market variations influencing domestic consumption.