France's anthracite energy supply has shown significant variability from 2013 to 2023, with pronounced fluctuations in year-on-year growth and a declining overall trend. By 2023, the supply stood at 19.52 Thousand Terajoules, up 8.76% from 2022. Key trends include a steep decline from 2013 to 2017, substantial recovery in 2018, followed by a series of yearly declines and slight increases. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the last five years was -4.76%. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 anticipates a stable supply, with minimal growth and a 0.01% forecasted 5-year CAGR.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential shifts in energy policy and regulation impacting anthracite usage
- Advances in alternative and renewable energy sources reducing reliance on anthracite
- Market demand fluctuations influenced by economic, industrial, and environmental factors
