The forecast for lignite final consumption in France's industry from 2024 to 2028 shows a dramatic decline. Starting at 460.68 terajoules in 2024, it is projected to decrease progressively each year, reaching just 59.94 terajoules by 2028. This represents steep year-on-year decreases, with significant drops of approximately 22% from 2024 to 2025, 28% from 2025 to 2026, 39% from 2026 to 2027, and 62% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is clearly negative, signaling an aggressive phasing out of lignite usage in industry.
Future trends to watch for include policy shifts towards renewable energy sources, technological advancements in industrial processes that could reduce dependency on lignite, and broader environmental initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions in line with global sustainability goals. Monitoring these aspects could provide insights into the long-term viability and potential cessation of lignite consumption in the French industrial sector.
