The final consumption of biogases in Austria's Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector exhibits significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. After peaking in 2015, consumption experienced a sharp decline until 2019, followed by a slight recovery. By 2023, the consumption stood at 104.89 Terajoules, representing a modest rise of 1.28% from the previous year. Over the last two years (2022-2023), the consumption grew by 1.34%, while the 5-year CAGR from 2019 to 2023 shows a negative trend of -5.09%.
Meanwhile, forecasted values for 2024 and beyond indicate a slow yet steady increase in biogas consumption, with a projected 5-year CAGR of 0.94% and an overall growth rate of 4.8% by 2028. Future trends to watch for include advancements in biogas technologies, potential policy changes promoting renewable energy, and shifts within the Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector's energy needs. These factors will play a crucial role in shaping the future trajectory of biogas consumption in Austria.
