In 2023, the consumption of natural gas in France's commercial and public sectors was XXXX thousand terajoules. Forecasts indicate a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with consumption rising from 264.63 to 272.06 thousand terajoules, suggesting a stable increase in demand. The year-on-year growth remains modest each year, averaging approximately 0.9% annually over this period.

Future trends to monitor include:

Impact of energy transition policies on natural gas demand.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency.
Potential shifts in industrial activities impacting energy consumption patterns.