The forecast for the chemical and petrochemical sector's final consumption of natural gas in Germany shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 234.35 thousand terajoules in 2024, the sector's consumption is expected to grow incrementally by approximately 0.73% to 0.76% each year, reaching 241.1 thousand terajoules by 2028. In 2023, prior to these forecasts, the consumption value stood at a lower point, indicating a continued upward trend from actual 2023 figures. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five forecasted years stabilizes around 0.72% per year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Regulatory changes affecting natural gas usage as Germany moves towards renewable energy sources.
Technological advancements in the chemical and petrochemical sector that might alter natural gas dependency.
Global market dynamics impacting natural gas prices and availability, influencing consumption patterns.