As of 2023, the final consumption of gas oil and diesel oil in Italy's paper, pulp, and printing sectors stood at 1.83 thousand terajoules. Forecasts indicate a steady increase in consumption, reaching 1.88 thousand terajoules by 2028. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent rise of approximately 0.54% annually, while the five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 is projected to be around 0.54%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in energy sourcing, with technologies focusing on reducing fossil fuel dependency.
Regulatory impacts that may prioritize sustainable energy consumption in industrial sectors.
Technological innovations leading to increased energy efficiency in process optimization.