In 2024, Finland's imports of hard coal are forecasted at 3.11 million metric tons. This marks a slight decline from 2023's actual imports, which stood at approximately 3.17 million metric tons. The year-on-year variations indicate a consistent decline, with a 1.9% decrease from 2024 to 2025, followed by decreases of 1.6% and 1.7% in successive years, resulting in a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -1.8% over the forecast period from 2024 to 2028.
As we move forward, specific future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of Finland's increasing focus on renewable energy sources and government policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions. These could further accelerate the decline in hard coal imports, reinforcing the long-term downtrend observed in the forecast.
