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Intensity of U.S. energy use in manufacturing decreases as output outpaces fuel use

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U.S. household spending for gasoline is expected to remain below $2,000 in 2017

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U.S. federal government energy costs at lowest point since fiscal year 2004

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Global Transportation Energy Consumption Examination of Scenarios to 2040 using ITEDD

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U.S. primary aluminum production remains low despite slow increase in prices

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Total U.S. energy expenditures in 2015 were the lowest in more than a decade

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Many states have adopted policies to encourage energy efficiency

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Among states, Texas consumes the most energy, Vermont the least

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Per capita residential electricity sales in the U.S. have fallen since 2010

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One in eight U.S. homes uses a programmed thermostat with a central air conditioning unit

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Dishwashers are among the least-used appliances in American homes

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As U.S. airlines carry more passengers, jet fuel use remains well below its previous peak

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Crossover utility vehicles blur distinction between passenger cars and light trucks

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Fuel economy improvements are projected to reduce future gasoline use

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Air conditioning and other appliances increase residential electricity use in the summer

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Large commercial buildings are more likely to use lighting control strategies

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American households use a variety of lightbulbs as CFL and LED adoption increases

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U.S. households’ heating equipment choices are diverse and vary by climate region

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Average number of televisions in U.S. homes declining

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EIA’s residential and commercial studies require significant data collection and analysis

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Winter residential electricity consumption expected to increase from last winter

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Residential heating oil and propane prices at levels similar to last winter’s low prices

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U.S. energy production, consumption has changed significantly since 1908

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U.S. residential electricity prices decline for the first time in many years

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Office buildings with data centers use significantly more electricity than other offices

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Recent energy intensity decline in government buildings exceeds commercial sector average

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Changes in steel production reduce energy intensity

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Many industries use combined heat and power to improve energy efficiency

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Changing U.S. energy mix reflects growing use of natural gas, petroleum, and renewables

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Global energy intensity continues to decline

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Fossil fuels still dominate U.S. energy consumption despite recent market share decline

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Extended policies case shows reduced energy use, emissions, more renewables, efficiency

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Industrial and electric power sectors drive projected growth in U.S. natural gas use

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Motor gasoline consumption expected to remain below 2007 peak despite increase in travel

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Transportation Fuels Markets, PADD 1 and PADD 3

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Computer and technology use in education buildings continues to increase

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Recent Data

Energy consumption estimates by sector
trillion Btu
January to May 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
End–Use Sector          
Residential 8,577 8,692 9,449 9,933 9,310
Commercial 7,514 7,519 7,808 7,856 7,514
Industrial 12,848 12,811 13,069 13,040 12,861
Transportation 11,306 11,294 11,071 10,884 10,803
Primary Total 40,241 40,301 41,399 41,716 40,477
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Monthly Energy Review – Table 2.1

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Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS)

A nationally representative sample of housing units that specially trained interviewers collect energy characteristics, usage patterns, and household demographics.

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Commercial Building Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS)

A national sample survey that collects information on the stock of U.S. commercial buildings, including their energy-related building characteristics and energy usage data.

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Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey (MECS)

A national sample survey that collects information on the U.S. manufacturing establishment, their energy-related building characteristics, and their energy usage and expenditures.

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