In 2023, Italy's biomass import dependency ratio stood at [value], and is expected to increase steadily from 2024 to 2028. The year-on-year growth rate is modest, with a 0.4 percentage point increase each year during this period, indicating a gradual but consistent rise in dependency.

The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is relatively stable, reflecting a slow but steady climb towards a higher import dependency.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of policy changes aimed at increasing domestic biomass production.
Technological advancements that could alter the biomass supply chain dynamics.
Changes in international biomass markets that might affect Italy's import strategy.