As of 2023, the final consumption of renewables and biofuels in the UK's paper, pulp, and printing sectors stood at an earlier recorded value of 6.12 Thousand Gigawatthours. In 2024, this is forecasted to rise to 6.4 Thousand Gigawatthours, marking a 4.58% year-on-year increase. Progressive annual increments follow, with 2025 showing a 4.53% growth to 6.69, 2026 increasing by 4.33% to 6.98, 2027 up 4.15% to 7.27, and 2028 reaching 7.54 with a 3.71% rise. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period averages at approximately 4.26%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of regulatory policies promoting sustainable energy, technological advancements in biofuel production efficiency, and potential fluctuations in raw material availability. Stakeholders should also observe the integration of circular economy practices within these sectors.
