In 2023, France's gross inland consumption of solid fossil fuels stood at an actual level preceding the forecasted decline over the next five years. From 2024 to 2028, a consistent year-on-year decrease is observed: 5.23% from 2024 to 2025, 5.52% from 2025 to 2026, 5.68% from 2026 to 2027, and 6.18% from 2027 to 2028.

The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 2024-2028 period is -5.66%, indicating an average annual reduction rate in consumption.

Future trends to monitor include:

The impact of France's policies on renewable energy transition.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency that could accelerate this decline.
Market responses to changing energy prices and regulatory shifts.