In 2023, China's wood fuel imports stood at approximately 24,400 thousand cubic meters. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase in imports. The year-on-year increase for 2025 is approximately 2.4%, followed by around 2.3% in 2026, 2.2% in 2027, and 2.2% in 2028. Over this five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be around 2.3%.

Future trends to watch for:

Possible changes in global demand influencing import levels.
China's domestic policies towards renewable energy and sustainability that might impact wood fuel usage.
Technological advancements in alternative energy sources affecting wood fuel import necessity.