California

California

California is the most populous State in the Nation and its total energy demand is second only to Texas. Although California is a leader in the energy-intensive chemical, forest products, glass, and petroleum industries, the State has one of the lowest per capita energy consumption rates in the country.

• California ranks third in the Nation in refining capacity and its refineries are among the most sophisticated in the world.


• Californias per capita energy consumption is low, in part due to mild weather that reduces energy demand for heating and cooling.


• California leads the Nation in electricity generation from non-hydroelectric renewable energy sources, including geothermal power, wind power, fuel wood, landfill gas, and solar power. California is also a leading generator of hydroelectric power.


• California imports more electricity from other States than any other State.