The Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) is
the policy organization of the nuclear energy and technologies industry
and participates in both the national and global policy-making process.
NEI’s objective is to ensure the formation of policies that promote the
beneficial uses of nuclear energy and technologies in the United States
and around the world.
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)
Appliances account for roughly 65% of electricity consumption in the average American household (2001), with refrigerators and lighting making up the largest categories. (Source: EIA)
In 2007, the average monthly residential electricity consumption was 936 kWh. (Source: EIA)
Electricity generation accounts for about 40% of total U.S. energy consumption. (Source: Institute for 21st Century Energy)
The United States makes up 5% of the world's population and accounts for 25% of total energy use.
