Frequently Asked Questions
How much natural gas is consumed in the United States?
In 2015, the United States consumed about 27.31 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of natural gas.
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U.S. natural gas consumption by major end uses, 2015 |
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| End uses |
Amount (Tcf) |
Share of total |
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Electric power generation |
9.67 |
35% |
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Industrial |
7.53 |
28% |
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Residential |
4.61 |
17% |
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Commercial |
3.20 |
12% |
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Lease and plant fuel consumption |
1.59 |
6% |
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Pipeline and distribution |
0.67 |
2% |
| Vehicle fuel |
0.04 |
0.1% |
Learn more:
Natural gas consumption by end use
Definitions of natural gas end uses
Energy Explained: Use of Natural Gas
Last updated: November 22, 2016
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