The import of not agglomerated lignite to the US in 2023 stood at approximately 63.889 million kilograms. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent decline, from 62.184 million kilograms in 2024 to 55.627 million kilograms in 2028. This indicates a clear downward trend with the year-on-year reduction averaging around 2.5% annually over the last two years and a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately -2.7% over the five-year forecast period.

Future trends to watch:

Increasing regulatory pressures and environmental concerns that may further reduce lignite consumption.
Emerging technologies in renewable energy sources potentially accelerating the decline in lignite demand.
Global market dynamics, including supply chain disruptions that could impact import volumes.