The forecasted consumption of liquefied petroleum gases in France's mining and quarrying sector shows a steady upward trend from 2024 through 2028, starting at 18.73 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024 and reaching 20.68 by 2028. This marks an overall increase of approximately 10.4% over these five years, with an annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of about 2.5%. In 2023, the actual consumption stood slightly lower, indicating a consistent demand uplift.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements reducing LPG dependency or improving efficiency.
- Policy changes regarding fossil fuel usage and energy alternatives.
- Market shifts in mining and quarrying impacting energy demands.