As of 2023, the final consumption of solid fossil fuels in Italy's textile and leather sector stood at 228.5 Gigawatthours. Examining the forecasts from 2024 to 2028 reveals a consistent upward trend, with a year-on-year growth rate around 8.7% in 2025, slowing slightly to about 4.9% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this forecast period is roughly 6.2%, indicating a steady increase in consumption.
Future trends to watch for include Italy’s potential regulatory shifts toward renewable energy sources, technological advancements in production processes, and any international trade dynamics affecting fossil fuel accessibility and costs.