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Energy

Consumption and Conservation

How much energy consumption in the United States is used by transportation?

Transportation accounts for only 25 percent of the total energy consumption in the United States; industries and buildings account for 42 percent and 33 percent, respectively.

Usage Percent of Total U.S. Consumption
Industry 42
Metals 26
Chemicals 19
Fossil fuels 14
Paper 8
Stone, glass, clay 7
Food 5
Buildings 33
Heating, cooling, ventilation 64
Hot water heating 24
Lighting 12
Transportation 25
Motor vehicles 74
Air 14
Marine 7
Rail 5


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