In 2023, the natural gas consumption in the mining and processing of non-ferrous metal ores in China was 740,000 cubic meters. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase, with consumption projected to reach 960,000 cubic meters by 2028. Year-on-year increases start from approximately 5% in 2025 and range to around 4.3% by 2028. The compound annual growth rate over this period is expected to be approximately 5.4%.
Trends to watch for include China's increasing focus on decarbonization, government policies promoting cleaner energy use in the heavy industry sector, and technological advancements enhancing energy efficiency in mining processes.
