In 2023, the final consumption of solid fossil fuels in Italy’s non-ferrous metal sector stood at an estimated 27.50 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. From 2024 to 2028, there is a forecasted gradual decline. Specifically, the consumption lessens from 27.37 in 2024 to 26.88 by 2028. The year-on-year percentage change indicates a steady decrease of approximately 0.5% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is about -0.44%, suggesting a subtle but consistent reduction in fossil fuel dependence.
Future trends to watch focus on the sector's shift towards cleaner energy. As environmental regulations and sustainability targets tighten, there might be an accelerated move towards alternative energy sources, spurring innovation and investment in energy efficiency and renewables.
