The forecast for non-metallic minerals direct material inputs in Norway displays moderate year-on-year growth, starting from 20.99 Metric Tons Per Capita in 2024 and steadily increasing to 21.97 Metric Tons Per Capita by 2028. Comparing 2023 levels with forecast data, there's a consistent upward trend with slight annual increases. Specifically, the year-on-year percentage variations are 1.29% from 2024 to 2025, 1.18% from 2025 to 2026, 1.12% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.01% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 1.15%.

Future trends to watch include:

Impact of technological advancements on mining efficiency and material utilization.
Governmental environmental regulations and their potential effect on production volumes.
Market demand shifts driven by construction, manufacturing, and other key industries.
Global economic conditions and trade policies influencing raw material prices and availability.