The forecast for natural gas final consumption in France's industry sector shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028, with a slight annual decrease in consumption. In 2023, natural gas consumption stood at 117.3 Thousand Gigawatthours. The year-on-year decline starts with a 1.11% drop between 2024 and 2025 and averages around 1.15% annually over the five-year period, resulting in a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -1.17% from 2024 to 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased policy focus on renewable energy sources, potentially reducing natural gas dependency.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency, impacting consumption patterns.
Market dynamics influenced by geopolitical factors affecting gas supply stability and pricing.