The forecast for fossil energy consumption in Italy's textile and leather sector indicates a steady decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the consumption stood at 37.30 thousand terajoules. The year-on-year change reveals a consistent decrease, with the figures showing a drop of approximately 2.36% from 2024 to 2025, 2.39% from 2025 to 2026, 2.42% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.45% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the forecast period indicates an average decline of roughly 2.33% per year.

Future trends to watch for:

Adoption of renewable energy sources in the textile and leather industry as companies aim to decrease reliance on fossil fuels.
Impact of technological advancements and process innovations in reducing energy consumption.
Regulatory changes and incentives promoting energy efficiency and sustainability in manufacturing.