In 2023, the final consumption of electricity by the iron and steel sector in Italy stood at 18.70 thousand gigawatt-hours. Forecast data from 2024 to 2028 shows a slight gradual decline. By analyzing year-on-year changes, the annual reduction is consistently subtle at approximately 0.054% each year. Over the five-year forecast, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a minimal decrease as the sector's electricity use stabilizes around 18.65 thousand gigawatt-hours by 2028.
Future trends to watch:
- Technological advancements aimed at energy efficiency may drive lower electricity consumption beyond current forecasts.
- Policy shifts on industrial emissions and energy use could further impact consumption trends positively or negatively.
- Macroeconomic factors and demand changes in iron and steel production may influence electricity requirements.