The forecasted imports of hard coal in Germany show a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with values increasing from 43.56 to 46.06 million metric tons. This follows a pattern of growth from the baseline established in 2023, which recorded imports at 43.56 million metric tons. The year-on-year growth indicates an average annual increase of approximately 1.14%, consistent over the past two years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is also in line at about 1.14%, reflecting steady demand for hard coal.

Future trends to monitor include:

Changes in energy policy impacting coal imports, such as potential shifts towards renewable sources.
Global market prices for hard coal, which could affect import volumes.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency that might reduce the demand for coal.