The final consumption of heat in the Dutch chemical and petrochemical sector has exhibited notable fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. In 2013, the consumption stood at 77.6 thousand terajoules, but it has gradually declined over the years to 54.37 thousand terajoules in 2023. The sector displayed a significant yearly decline in 2015 (-17.6%) and 2016 (-3.47%) but showed some recovery in years such as 2019 (11.41%) and 2021 (10.37%). However, the overall trend points towards a consistent decrease, evidenced by the CAGR of -3.02% predicted for the next five years, culminating in 45.01 thousand terajoules by 2028.
Future trends to watch include potential advancements in energy efficiency within the sector, increased use of renewable energy sources, and regulatory changes aimed at reducing carbon footprints. Monitoring these factors is crucial as they could significantly influence heat consumption patterns in the upcoming years.