In 2023, France's solid fossil fuels gross inland consumption stood at approximately 7.45 million tonnes of oil equivalent. The forecast predicts a continuous decline from 2024 to 2028, demonstrating a consistent downward trend. Year-on-year percentages indicate successive decreases: 5.22% in 2025, 5.52% in 2026, 5.68% in 2027, and 6.19% in 2028. This results in a five-year CAGR of -6.93%, reflecting a significant reduction in consumption.
Future trends to watch for include France's energy transition policies, emphasizing renewable energy adoption and carbon neutrality goals, which will likely further impact the reduction trajectory of solid fossil fuels consumption.