In 2023, the final consumption of brown coal briquettes in France's iron and steel sectors was approximately 0.39 Gigawatt-hours. From 2024, forecasts suggest a steady annual increase, with a year-on-year growth rate of approximately 4.88% from 2024 to 2025, and similar figures for subsequent years. By 2028, consumption is expected to reach 0.48 Gigawatt-hours. Across the period 2024-2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is calculated to be around 4.05%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency within the iron and steel sectors, potentially moderating brown coal use.
- Policy shifts towards renewable energy could impact brown coal consumption.
- Market dynamics influenced by price fluctuations of alternative energy sources.
