What is the United States’ share of world energy consumption?

In 2014, world total primary energy consumption was about 539 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu), and U.S. primary consumption was about 98 quadrillion Btu, equal to 18% of world total primary energy consumption.

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Last updated: February 16, 2017

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