The forecast for natural gas final consumption in Italy's non-metallic minerals sector shows a consistent declining trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 1.72 million tonnes of oil equivalent (MTOE) in 2024, consumption is expected to reduce by approximately 2-3% year-on-year, reaching 1.59 MTOE in 2028. In 2023, the consumption stood at 1.74 MTOE, underlining a gradual decrease over the five-year period with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around -2%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Shifts in manufacturing practices towards more energy-efficient processes.
Regulatory or policy changes impacting industrial energy use.
Technological advancements that could provide alternative energy solutions or improved efficiencies in natural gas use.