The electricity consumption in the non-ferrous metal sector in France is projected to decrease steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual consumption stood at higher levels, given that forecasts show a decline from a starting point of 27.92 thousand terajoules in 2024. Year-on-year, the consumption is projected to drop by approximately 2.1% through 2025, 2026, 2027, and 2028. Over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decline of about 2.2%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential technological advancements in energy efficiency within the sector.
Policy changes aiming at reducing carbon emissions that could impact energy consumption patterns.
Fluctuations in the global demand for non-ferrous metals, influenced by economic cycles and market conditions.