The forecasted total support on coal in the UK from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent annual increase, starting at $2.05 billion in 2024 and rising to $2.4 billion by 2028, based on values from 2020. In 2023, actual support was $1.96 billion, indicating a 4.59% annual growth in 2024. The year-on-year percentage increases from 2024 to 2028 are approximately 4.39% annually, slightly accelerating the trend seen in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the forecast period is 3.82%, indicating a stable but moderate growth trajectory for the coal sector support.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increasing focus on renewable energy, potentially impacting coal support levels.
- Policy shifts related to climate goals, possibly influencing coal industry subsidies.
- Economic conditions that could affect energy sector investments and strategies.