In 2023, the final consumption of renewables and biofuels in the French paper, pulp, and printing sector stood at 6.75 thousand gigawatt-hours. Forecasts indicate a slight downward trend from 2024 to 2028, with consumption predicted to reach 6.69 thousand gigawatt-hours by 2028. This represents an average annual decrease of about 0.15% over the forecasted period, with minimal year-on-year variations observed, averaging a negligible decline.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy changes influencing renewable energy usage, technological advancements in energy efficiency within the sector, and broader shifts in the renewable energy landscape impacting supply and pricing dynamics.
