The forecasted data for freshwater abstraction for cooling purposes in Germany's electricity production sector show a steady decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the value stood at an actual figure before this forecasted decline begins. Year-over-year, there is a consistent decrease, with significant reductions noted: a decrease of approximately 5.9% from 2024 to 2025, followed by another drop of 6.1% from 2025 to 2026. Forecasted declines continue into 2027 and 2028, with abstraction rates decreasing approximately 6.4% and 6.7% respectively. The average annual decline over this period is approximately 6.3%.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in cooling technologies that require less water, regulatory shifts towards more sustainable practices, and increasing reliance on alternative energy sources that may further reduce dependency on freshwater for cooling in the electricity sector.
