The wood and wood products sector's final consumption of natural gas in the UK is forecasted to increase steadily from 46.76 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent (ktoe) in 2024 to 49.45 ktoe by 2028. This represents a gradual year-on-year growth, indicating a yearly increase of approximately 1.5%. Back in 2023, consumption stood at 46.08 ktoe, demonstrating the sector's growing reliance on natural gas.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts towards renewable energy sources, impacting future natural gas consumption.
Technological advancements and efficiency improvements in the wood products sector that might alter energy usage patterns.
Regulatory changes and environmental policies that could influence natural gas consumption and adoption rates in the sector.