Based on the data, the forecasted inland demand of electricity in Belgium for the years 2024 through 2028 shows a consistent decline. The values in Thousand Gigawatthours are 83.22 (2024), 82.48 (2025), 81.75 (2026), 81.02 (2027), and 80.3 (2028). The year-on-year variations are -0.89% (2025), -0.88% (2026), -0.89% (2027), and -0.89% (2028). Calculating the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period, we find an average annual decline of approximately -0.89%.
Future trends to watch include the impacts of energy efficiency measures, the influence of regulations promoting renewable energy adoption, and the potential shifts in economic activities. Tech advancements in smart grids and energy storage could also affect future demand patterns.