For the last few weeks, we've told you about the launch of
an "Entrepreneurial Mentor Corps," a one-year pilot program
to connect clean energy startups with mentors who can help
support these companies through early-stage challenges and
increase their chance for success. The program is a
partnership of DOE and the U.S. Small Business
Administration.
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.
Crude oil, taxes, refining, distribution and marking are the four main components that make up the retail price of a gallon of gasoline. (Source: EIA)
In 2007, the average monthly residential electricity consumption was 936 kWh. (Source: EIA)
