In 2023, fossil energy consumption in Italy's iron and steel sectors was 115.36 thousand terajoules. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests a consistent decline in consumption, from 111.12 thousand terajoules in 2024 to 98.98 thousand terajoules in 2028. This indicates a downward trend with an average annual decrease of 2.06% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in energy efficiency.
- Increasing adoption of alternative, sustainable energy sources.
- Changes in regulatory policies encouraging reduced fossil fuel reliance.
