National Energy Policy: Here's Why

These charts illustrate why the Alliance is seeking to build a national consensus for a comprehensive U.S. energy strategy that balances supply and demand without compromising environmental safeguards, so that we can fuel America’s dynamic economy and support our quality of life..

• Energy Is Critical For Economic Growth
• Since 1979, America's Energy Use Has Grown More Than Three Times as Fast as Domestic Energy Production
• Even Considering Major Gains in Energy Efficiency, Demand for Energy Is Growing
• Efficiency Gains Will Continue To Be Dramatic, But Will Not Satisfy All Future Needs
• Low-Income Families Spend a Higher Portion of Their Income on Energy
• America's Energy Future Is at Risk
• Energy Prices ($/million BTU) Percent Change, April 2002-April 2005