The forecast for gas oil and diesel oil consumption in France's paper, pulp, and printing sectors shows a steady decline from 2024 to 2028. Consumption is expected to decrease from 287.55 Terajoules in 2024 to 241.59 Terajoules in 2028. The year-on-year decline averages about 4.04%, indicating a consistent reduction in demand over these years. Prior to 2024, the levels stood at around 300 Terajoules in 2023, suggesting an accelerating trend towards energy efficiency or transition to alternative energy sources in the industry. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for 2024-2028 reflects a drop of approximately 4% annually.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Increased adoption of renewable energy sources within the industry.
- Technological advancements boosting energy efficiency in production processes.
- Policy changes impacting fossil fuel consumption toward environmental sustainability.
- Potential shifts in industrial demand related to market and economic conditions.
