The consumption of renewables and biofuels in German rail transport was expected to increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at 402.39 Gigawatthours in 2024 to reach 477.18 Gigawatthours by 2028. Comparing year-on-year growth rates, 2025 anticipated a 6.3% rise from 2024, 2026 a 4.7% increase from the previous year, 2027 a smaller 3.6% surge, and 2028 a 2.8% climb. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 was projected at 4.3%.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in rail efficiency, policy shifts toward greener energy, and investment in infrastructure, which could influence consumption patterns and further accelerate the transition to sustainable energy within this sector in Germany.
