The forecast for non-renewable industrial waste final consumption in France's paper, pulp, and printing sectors shows a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028. Between 2024 and 2025, the consumption is projected to increase from 17.7 to 18.16 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, marking a 2.6% year-on-year increase. This trend continues with subsequent year-on-year increases: 2.5% for 2026, 2.42% for 2027, and 2.31% for 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is approximately 2.46%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advances that may reduce reliance on non-renewable resources.
Regulatory changes aimed at waste reduction and sustainability in the industry.
Transition toward more sustainable and renewable alternatives in industrial processes.