Montana is rich in fossil fuel resources and renewable energy potential (hydro and wind). Montana's population and total energy demand are low. However, the State economy is energy intensive and per capita energy consumption is relatively high. The industrial sector, which includes the energy-intensive mining industry, dominates State energy consumption.
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- Montana accounts for about 4 percent of total U.S. coal production and delivers coal to markets in more than 15 States.
- The Williston Basin covers eastern Montana (as well as western North Dakota) and contains two of the Nation's 100 largest oil fields.
- Montana is one of the top hydroelectric power producers in the United States.
- Seven of Montana's 10 largest generating plants run on hydroelectric power.
- ana accounts for about 4 percent of total U.S. coal production and delivers coal to markets in more than 15 States.
- The Williston Basin covers eastern Montana (as well as western North Dakota) and contains two of the Nation's 100 largest oil fields.
- Montana is one of the top hydroelectric power producers in the United States.
- Seven of Montana's 10 largest generating plants run on hydroelectric power.