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Energy

Consumption and Conservation

Does the United States currently produce enough energy to meet its consumption needs?

No. From 1958 forward, the United States has consumed more energy than it has produced, and the difference has been met by energy imports. In 2008, 73.71 quadrillion BTUs was the total United States energy production; in that same year 99.30 quadrillion BTUs were consumed.

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