The forecast for coal support in Austria shows a continual, albeit slight, decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 2.28 in 2024 and dropping to 2.2 by 2028. Compared to the previous years, this reflects a year-on-year decrease: 2.25 in 2025 (-1.32%), 2.23 in 2026 (-0.89%), 2.21 in 2027 (-0.9%), and 2.2 in 2028 (-0.45%). Taking 2023 as a reference point, which stood at 2.3, the cumulative annual growth rate (CAGR) is a slight negative value.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy shifts toward renewable energy sources, which could further reduce coal support. Additionally, advancements in alternative technologies and regulatory changes may accelerate the decline in coal dependency, impacting support levels further.
