The forecasted final consumption of solid fossil fuels in Italy's non-metallic minerals sector shows a declining trend from 2024 through 2028, decreasing from 124.23 to 73.65 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent. This decline represents a consistent reduction in usage: 10.33% from 2024 to 2025, 11.43% from 2025 to 2026, 12.72% from 2026 to 2027, and 14.48% from 2027 to 2028. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 stands as a -12.74% per year on average, indicating a steady shift away from solid fossil fuels.

Future trends to watch:

Adoption of cleaner energy alternatives as decarbonization efforts intensify.
Regulatory impacts aimed at reducing carbon emissions in industrial sectors.
Technological advancements in the non-metallic minerals sector to enhance energy efficiency.