The 250-Year History of U.S. Energy Consumption

CleanTechnica
By US Energy Information AdministrationJun 30, 2026, 9:37 pm198 ptsTrendingTop
Over the 250-year history of our nation, energy consumption has evolved from wood use in the 18th and 19th centuries to today’s use of modern renewable, hydrocarbon, and nuclear technology. In 2025, total energy used in the United States was 96 quadrillion British thermal units (quads), up 2% from 2024, but…

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