WASHINGTON, D.C.: The United States produced more energy in 2024 than in any other year on record, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Monthly Energy Review. The country generated over 103 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu) of energy, surpassing the 2023 figure by 1% and setting new records across a wide range of energy sources.
Natural gas led the pack, accounting for 38% of total production. It has been the top contributor to U.S. energy since 2011. In 2024, dry natural gas production stood at nearly 38 trillion cubic feet, maintaining its pace from the previous year.
Crude oil followed closely, contributing about 27% to the nation’s energy output. With an average of 13.2 million barrels per day, the U.S. retained its title as the world’s leading oil producer. The increase was largely driven by activity in the Permian region, spanning New Mexico and Texas.
Meanwhile, coal—once the dominant energy source—dropped to 10% of total production, hitting its lowest output since 1964 at 512 million short tons. Natural gas plant liquids (NGPL), including ethane and propane, contributed 9%, with production rising 7% to a record 4 trillion cubic feet.
Renewables also saw historic highs. U.S. biofuels production rose 6% to 1.4 million barrels per day, marking a new record for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), ethanol, and biodiesel output. Solar and wind power grew significantly, increasing by 25% and 8% respectively, as new capacity was added across the country.
While hydropower and nuclear energy remained relatively flat or declined slightly, the overall mix of energy production in 2024 demonstrated the U.S.’s growing diversification and continued innovation in energy technologies.
