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Posted May 27, 2026

The United States is a major energy exporter and importer, especially for petroleum ›

U.S. total primary energy trade by source (2000-2025)

Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Monthly Energy Review
Data values: Primary Energy Imports by Source and Primary Energy Exports by Source
Note: Petroleum includes both crude oil and petroleum products, excluding biofuels. Other includes coal, coal coke, biomass, and electricity.

Total energy exports from the United States reached a record 31 quadrillion British thermal units (quads) in 2025, 2% more than the previous record set in 2024. U.S. energy imports were 21 quads, down 5% from 2024. Taken together, net trade—total imports less total exports—reached 11 quads of net exports in 2025, a record and 20% more net exports than the previous record set in 2024.

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