The forecasted final consumption of gas oil and diesel oil in the UK textile and leather sector indicates a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 35.88 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024, it decreases to 32.15 by 2028, marking an overall downward trend. This reflects an average decline of approximately 2.75% per year over this period. Year-on-year decline percentages align with this steady reduction, emphasizing an ongoing contraction in fossil fuel reliance within the sector.
Future trends to watch include increasing energy efficiency measures, potential shifts towards renewable energy sources, and regulatory impacts related to carbon emissions, which could further influence fuel consumption patterns in this sector.
