The non-ferrous metals sector in France consumed 3.0 thousand gigawatthours of natural gas in 2023. Forecasts indicate a gradual decline in natural gas consumption over the coming years, with values decreasing from 2.95 in 2024 to 2.88 thousand gigawatthours by 2028. This represents a slight annual decrease, with the year-on-year change around -0.68% for the period of 2024 to 2025 and an average annual decline of approximately -0.87% over the five-year forecast period (CAGR from 2024 to 2028).
Future trends to monitor include the impact of energy efficiency measures, potential shifts towards alternative energy sources, and international market dynamics that might affect the non-ferrous metals industry and its energy demands. Additionally, policy changes related to carbon emissions and energy consumption could further influence consumption patterns.
