In 2023, the fossil energy gross heat production in Italy stood at approximately 54.9 Thousand Gigawatthours. From 2024 to 2028, projections indicate consistent growth in fossil energy production, with values increasing annually. The year-on-year growth rate for 2025 is approximately 2.42%, for 2026 2.37%, for 2027 2.27%, and for 2028 2.19%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year forecast period is expected to be around 2.34%.

Future trends to watch for in this sector include:

The impact of Italy's transition policies towards renewable energy sources on fossil energy demand.
Technological advancements that could increase the efficiency of fossil energy production.
Global market conditions affecting energy prices and how they could influence domestic production strategies.