The forecast for the final consumption of hard coal in France's agriculture and forestry sectors indicates a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028, with consumption expected to rise from 1.84 to 2.03 thousand metric tons. This reflects a consistent year-on-year increase, averaging 1.86% over the five years. In 2023, the final consumption stood at 1.80 thousand metric tons, marking a steady demand despite global and local efforts to transition towards more sustainable energy sources.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of EU regulations encouraging the reduction of fossil fuel use, advancements in alternative energy technologies, and potential policy changes aimed at achieving carbon neutrality that may alter these forecasts significantly.
