In 2023, the final consumption of solid fossil fuels in the UK stood at an unspecified value, but based on the provided forecast, there is a projected decline through 2028. From 2024 to 2028, the consumption is expected to decrease from 1.69 million metric tons to 1.04 million metric tons. This represents a consistent downward trend, with year-on-year reductions in consumption: approximately 9.5% from 2025 to 2026, 11.8% from 2026 to 2027, and 13.3% from 2027 to 2028. Over this five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average decline in consumption.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in energy policy, technological advancements in renewable energy sources, and changes in industrial energy demand, which could accelerate the decline in solid fossil fuel consumption in the UK.
