The final consumption of hard coal in France's chemical and petrochemical sector is forecasted to decline progressively from 478.71 to 468.09 thousand metric tons from 2024 to 2028. This represents a consistent annual decrease, highlighting a trend towards reduced reliance on hard coal. Given that the consumption level in 2023 was also around 478.71 thousand metric tons, the sector will experience a gradual decline over the upcoming years.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impact of policy shifts towards sustainable energy sources, which might accelerate the reduction.
Technological advancements in the chemical and petrochemical sector leading to reduced coal dependency.
Market forces affecting the availability and economic viability of alternative energy resources in France.