The Los Angeles Auto Show, which runs November 19 to 28,
is featuring more than 50 new electric, hybrid, and
alternative fuel vehicles. Both the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan
LEAF were in the spotlight ahead of an expected December
launch for both.
Electricity generation accounts for about 40% of total U.S. energy consumption. (Source: Institute for 21st Century Energy)
Estimated energy demand is charted to grow by almost 50% in the next 20 years.
The United States makes up 5% of the world's population and accounts for 25% of total energy use.
In 2007, the average monthly residential electricity consumption was 936 kWh. (Source: EIA)
55 of the world's 65 largest oil producing countries are past their production peaks and in decline.
