Energy consumption in the U.S.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, electricity consumption will increase by 51 percent from 2002 to 2025.
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Most consumed energy resource in the U.S
Currently, OIL provides the largest share of U.S. energy consumption -- about 41 percent of the entire market. Natural gas provides about 24 percent, coal 23 percent, hydropower 4 percent and nuclear power 8 percent.
In the United States, natural gas is used for:
Industrial processes = 46%
Residential use = 22%
Generating electricity = 15%
Commercial buildings = 15%
Reference: http://www.powerhousetv.com/
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Projected increase in natural gas consumption
Natural gas use has increased by 35 percent over the past ten years, and is projected to grow 45 percent by 2015.
The energy consumption needs of technology
As late as 1993, high-tech paraphernalia like computers, printers and video games had a negligible effect on power usage. Today, it's estimated to account for more than 13 percent of a typical household energy budget. By 2020, it could be as much as 25 percent