The forecasted solid fossil fuels gross inland consumption in France shows a consistent decline from 82.35 thousand gigawatthours in 2024 to 65.3 thousand gigawatthours by 2028. This represents an overall reduction trend as the values decrease annually: 5.2% from 2024 to 2025, 5.5% from 2025 to 2026, 5.8% from 2026 to 2027, and 6% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period suggests an average decrease of around 5.62% per year, indicating a significant shift towards reduced reliance on solid fossil fuels in the coming years. In 2023, the actual value was higher than forecasts for 2024.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Policy changes accelerating the transition to renewable energy sources.
- The impact of technological advancements in energy efficiency and carbon capture.
- Potential shifts in energy demand due to economic or geopolitical developments.
- Effects of climate change agreements on fossil fuel consumption patterns.
