The forecast for the chemical and petrochemical sector's final consumption of non-renewable waste in Italy shows a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028. The consumption is expected to rise from 3.44 thousand terajoules in 2024 to 3.76 thousand terajoules in 2028. This represents a consistent year-on-year growth, reflecting a steady upward trend in the sector's reliance on non-renewable waste energy sources.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of changing regulations towards sustainability and their potential effect on reducing non-renewable waste consumption.
Technological advancements in waste-to-energy processes that could alter consumption patterns.
Potential market shifts towards diversification and adoption of more renewable energy sources within the sector.