The forecast for electricity consumption in the manufacture of metal products in China indicates a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, beginning at 1.99 hundred billion kilowatt hours in 2024. This is a continued growth from 2023 levels. Year-on-year, the consumption is anticipated to grow approximately 3.5% each year. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is expected around 3.3%.

Future trends to monitor include:

The impact of China's decarbonization efforts and their potential influence on energy efficiency within metal manufacturing.
The role of technological advancements in reducing electricity consumption per output unit.
Global metal demand fluctuations affecting China's manufacturing pace and corresponding electricity needs.