In 2023, the final consumption of brown coal briquettes in the mining and quarrying sector in Germany stood at 2.60 Thousand Terajoules. Forecasted values reveal a moderate annual growth from 2024 to 2028, with consumption increasing steadily from 2.66 to 2.77 Thousand Terajoules. The year-on-year variations indicate a consistent growth pattern in the sector, averaging about 0.37% increase per annum over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in energy policies influencing brown coal usage due to environmental considerations.
Technological advancements that might affect the efficiency and consumption patterns in the mining and quarrying industry.
Changes in market demand for brown coal briquettes based on alternative energy source developments.