In 2023, the final consumption of anthracite in the paper, pulp, and printing sectors in France was at 78.57 Terajoules. Forecasts for 2024-2028 reveal minimal growth, hovering around 78.58 to 78.6 Terajoules, indicating a relatively stable market with negligible annual variation. This implies that, on average, anthracite consumption is expected to remain almost constant year-on-year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements that may lead to increased energy efficiency and potentially reduce anthracite consumption.
Policy changes related to energy use and sustainability in industrial sectors.
Fluctuations in global anthracite supply or changes in energy sourcing within the industry that could impact consumption levels.