Based on the forecast data, the final consumption of hard coal in the non-ferrous metals sector in Italy is on a gradual decline from 42.72 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 42.36 thousand metric tons by 2028. This reflects a consistent, albeit minor, year-on-year decrease. Since data for 2023 is unavailable, it is assumed that the current demand is slightly decreasing.

Future trends to monitor include:

Environmental regulations that could impact coal consumption in the sector.
Trends towards sustainable and alternative energy sources.
Technological advancements in metal production processes that affect energy needs.