In 2023, anthracite final consumption in Italy's non-metallic minerals sector was at 79 Terajoules. From 2024 to 2028, the consumption is forecasted to rise steadily, starting at 82.5 Terajoules in 2024 and reaching 94.14 Terajoules by 2028. Year-on-year percentage increases reveal a gradual growth trajectory: 3.6% in 2025, 3.43% in 2026, 3.27% in 2027, and 3.14% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is projected at approximately 3.22%, indicating a consistent upward trend in anthracite usage within this sector.
Future trends to watch include advancements in technology that could impact energy efficiency, shifts towards greener fuels, and potential regulatory changes aimed at carbon emission reductions, all of which could influence anthracite consumption patterns in the non-metallic minerals sector in Italy.