The non-ferrous metals sector in Germany is projected to experience a decreasing trend in the consumption of solid fossil fuels from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 1.09 Thousand Terajoules in 2024, the consumption declines steadily by 4.58% in 2025, followed by a further decrease of 4.56% to 0.993 Thousand Terajoules in 2026. The downward trend continues with a reduction of 5% in 2027, and 5.21% in 2028. This reflects a gradual shift towards more sustainable energy sources. As of 2023, the sector's fossil fuel consumption was historically higher, indicating an ongoing transition.

Future trends to watch for:

Increased adoption of renewable energy sources in the non-ferrous metals sector.
Technological advancements reducing the sector's dependence on solid fossil fuels.
Policy changes promoting decarbonization efforts across industrial sectors.