The consumption of solid fossil fuels in France is projected to decrease steadily from 2024 to 2028, marking a consistent downward trend. From 2024's baseline forecast of 15.71 thousand Gigawatthours, consumption will likely reduce to 12.62 by 2028. This reflects a year-on-year decrease of roughly 5% on average. Compared to 2023, where the actual consumption stood at 16.5 thousand Gigawatthours, this forecast indicates a significant reduction, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately -6% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of policies favoring renewable energy sources, accelerating the decline in fossil fuel usage.
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency potentially contributing to decreased energy requirements.
- Societal shifts towards sustainability driving reduced dependence on fossil fuels.
- Economic recovery post any crises altering energy consumption patterns critically.
