In 2023, the final consumption of fossil energy in the non-metallic minerals sector in Germany was 67.44 thousand gigawatthours. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicate a slight but consistent annual decline. The consumption figures are 67.14 (2024), 66.83 (2025), 66.52 (2026), 66.22 (2027), and 65.92 (2028). The year-on-year decrease is subtle but shows a clear trend towards reduced fossil energy usage in this sector.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing adoption of renewable energy technologies, potentially accelerating the decline in fossil energy consumption.
Regulatory policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions could further drive down fossil fuel usage in industrial sectors.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency within the non-metallic minerals sector.
Market shifts influenced by global energy transitions and economic factors.