The consumption of biogases in Italy's chemical and petrochemical sector has seen varied trends over the years. Between 2013 and 2016, the sector's consumption remained stable at 283 Terajoules. A decline began in 2017, with the value dropping to 266 Terajoules, and it continued to see further decreases until 2021. Despite a brief increase in 2022 and 2023, the overall trend up to 2023 shows a slight decline, ending at 239.67 Terajoules in 2023.
Year-on-year variations highlight significant shifts, such as a notable decrease in 2019 by -13.17% and a smaller growth in subsequent years. The five-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) also reflects this decline at -2.27% up until 2023. The forecast indicates a positive trend with an expected average yearly increase of 1.65%, culminating in an 8.51% growth by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in biogas production
- Regulatory changes and renewable energy targets
- Investment in sustainable energy infrastructure