The final consumption of brown coal in France's chemical and petrochemical sector is on a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, dropping from 13.85 to 13.47 thousand metric tons. This decrease reflects a gradual year-on-year reduction, representing a continuous shift away from coal dependency. In 2023, the consumption level stood higher than the forecasted figures for the subsequent years, highlighting an effort to transition toward cleaner energy sources.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing focus on renewable and sustainable energy alternatives in the chemical and petrochemical sectors.
Potential regulatory changes aimed at reducing carbon footprints, impacting the consumption of brown coal.
Technological advancements promoting energy efficiency could further decrease reliance on brown coal.