Texas energy use

Everything is bigger in Texas, including its energy use. Since 2007, energy use in Texas has risen 21% as the nation’s energy use has declined by 5%.

Texas leads the nation in energy use. Texas energy use is double that of California, which is 2nd in energy use. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s State Energy Data System, Texas energy use was higher among all sectors:  commercial, residential, transportation and industrial.

Ray Perryman, Texas economist, says Texas energy use reflects Texas positive economic climate.

Governing | Texas Consumes More Energy Than Any Other State by a Wide Margin