Electric sector gas use fell 3% in 2025, partly on solar, battery rise: EIA
Why it matters: Renewable gains in power are offset by rising gas use, complicating the energy transition.
- Electric sector gas use is projected to fall by 3% in 2025, primarily driven by the expansion of solar and battery technologies (EIA).
- Overall U.S. gas consumption is set to hit a record high in 2025, as demand increased across all non-electric sectors.
- Solar and battery rise indicates a significant shift in power generation, yet this progress is offset by growing gas reliance in other areas of the economy.
Despite a 3% decrease in natural gas consumption within the electric sector in 2025, largely attributed to the growth of solar and battery storage, overall U.S. gas consumption reached a record high due to increased demand across all other sectors. This highlights a complex energy transition where renewable integration in power generation is progressing, but is currently outpaced by rising gas use elsewhere.
