In 2023, the consumption of primary solid biofuels in the paper, pulp, and printing sectors in Germany was at 5.15 thousand gigawatt-hours. From 2024 to 2028, there is a projected gradual increase in consumption, starting from 5.22 in 2024 and reaching 5.47 thousand gigawatt-hours by 2028. This represents consistent annual growth with yearly increases around 1.1% to 1.3%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 1.2%.

Future trends to watch for in the German market include:

Technological advancements in biofuel efficiency and application.
Policy changes influencing the renewable energy landscape.
Demand fluctuations due to economic conditions affecting the paper, pulp, and printing industries.