The calculated inland consumption of non-renewable industrial waste in Germany shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with values increasing from 50.12 thousand terajoules in 2024 to 57.85 thousand terajoules in 2028. Between 2024 and 2025, it rises by approximately 3.92%, while from 2025 to 2026, the increase is around 3.73%. The 2026 to 2027 uptick is about 3.57%, and from 2027 to 2028, it climbs by roughly 3.39%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period is indicative of a consistent yearly rise.

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