The consumption of natural gas in France's industry sector is projected to decline from 417.64 thousand terajoules in 2024 to 399.29 thousand terajoules in 2028. This indicates a consistent downward trend in natural gas usage, with a year-on-year decrease ranging from around 1% to 1.1% from 2024 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is negative, highlighting a sustained reduction in reliance on natural gas.

Future trends to watch for include:

Impact of energy transition policies and their acceleration, potentially reducing natural gas consumption further.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency and alternative energy sources.
Economic and industrial activity shifts that may alter energy demand dynamics in the industry sector.