The final consumption of brown coal briquettes in Germany is projected to decrease from 4.07 million metric tons in 2024 to 3.88 million metric tons by 2028. This steady decline reflects a year-on-year percentage decrease of approximately 1% annually. Historical data indicates that in 2023, consumption was slightly higher, marking a beginning of this modest downtrend. Over the upcoming five years, a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of roughly -1% is anticipated, highlighting a gradually declining usage of brown coal briquettes.

Future trends to watch for include:

Shifts in energy policy promoting renewable sources could further reduce brown coal usage.
Technological advancements might alter energy production impacting brown coal consumption.
Evolving economic factors and consumption patterns could also influence these projections.