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State Profile and Energy Estimates

Changes to the State Energy Data System (SEDS) Notice: In October 2023, we updated the way we calculate primary energy consumption of electricity generation from noncombustible renewable energy sources (solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal). Visit our Changes to 1960—2022 conversion factor for renewable energy page to learn more.

Profile Overview

Quick Facts

  • In 2022, California was the seventh-largest producer of crude oil among the 50 states, and, as of January 2022, the state ranked third in crude oil refining capacity. 
  • California is the largest consumer of jet fuel and second-largest consumer of motor gasoline among the 50 states.
  • In 2020, California was the second-largest total energy consumer among the states, but its per capita energy consumption was less than in all but three other states.
  • In 2022, renewable resources, including hydroelectric power and small-scale, customer-sited solar power, accounted for 49% of California's in-state electricity generation. Natural gas fueled another 42%. Nuclear power supplied almost all the rest.
  • In 2022, California was the fourth-largest electricity producer in the nation. The state was also the nation’s third-largest electricity consumer, and additional needed electricity supplies came from out-of-state generators.

Last Updated: April 20, 2023

More Data & Analysis in California

California, U.S. Rankings

Consumption
Total Energy per Capita 48
Expenditures
Total Energy per Capita 30
Production
Total Energy 12
Crude Oil 7
Natural Gas 15
Coal --
Electricity 4
Prices
Natural Gas 8
Electricity 3
Environment
Carbon Dioxide Emissions 2

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Today In Energy

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California at a Glance

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Reference

State Profiles updates

State Profiles notes and sources

SEDS notes and documentation

Other Resources

California Energy Commission

California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), Energy

California Department of Community Services and Development

California Department of Conservation, Geologic Energy Management Division

California Air Resources Board

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