The forecast for natural gas consumption in France's mining and quarrying sector shows a consistent decline from 49.88 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024 to 46.37 thousand in 2028. This represents an annual decrease, indicating a gradual reduction of 1.94% year-on-year. Since the data for 2023 is missing, the base comparison for this decline cannot be specified precisely.

Future trends to watch for:

Increased efficiency and automation in mining operations could further reduce energy consumption.
Potential policy shifts aimed at reducing fossil fuel reliance could accelerate the decline.
Technological advancements in alternative energy sources may impact natural gas use.