The forecasted data for blast furnace gas consumption in the iron and steel sectors in Germany displays a steady decline from 2024 to 2028, with values decreasing from 1.24 Million Tonnes of Oil Equivalent in 2024 to 1.16 by 2028. This represents a year-on-year reduction, with the consumption declining approximately 1.6% annually on average. As we are in 2024, the data indicates that the industry is projected to move towards more efficient energy use or alternative energy sources gradually.

Key future trends to watch include:

Technological innovations in energy efficiency and emissions reduction in the iron and steel sectors.
Policy shifts towards stricter regulations on emissions and more incentives for renewable energy solutions.
Potential impacts of global economic shifts on production and energy consumption in heavy industries.