EIA · Net electricity generation

Electricity Generation Mix

Where U.S. electricity comes from, by fuel, since 2001. The stacked view shows total output; the share view tells the real story — coal collapsing as natural gas and solar surge.

Electricity Generation Mix — PublicChartsHow the U.S. generates electricity by source since 2001 — natural gas, coal, nuclear, wind, solar and hydro. Source: EIA.Electricity Generation MixWhere U.S. electricity comes from, by fuel, since 2001. The stacked view shows total output; the share view tells the real story — coal collapsing as natural gas and solar surge.