The US Energy Information Administration has created an entryway to detailed state data on its web site. Called State Energy Profiles, the new feature provides specific energy statistics on each state and allows comparison on different segments of the industry. Energy maps, with symbols and a key, accompany the statistics.
Analysts will find the summarized material an organized source for making observations, drawing conclusions, and keeping up with industry knowledge. The state profile segments provide facts and figures all in one place, enabling efficient research.
US overview
The state energy feature is available at http://tonto.eia.doe.gov/state/. A map of the US on the main page allows industry professionals to view energy distribution (see map below), renewable energy potential, refineries, power plants, and coal mines. A list of states appears under the map. A comprehensive energy profile is linked to each state.
In addition, the US overview contains links to such related reports as regional energy profiles, a state compendium of nuclear power plants, state electricity profiles, and natural gas residential choice programs.
The notes and sources for the state energy profiles are accessible in the reference section of the main page and present the criteria used to select the elements shown on the map. Sources for statistics in the data tables are also available.
At the bottom of the main page are states that lead in production and consumption. This offers researchers an informative national summary.
The web page also has a sign-up area for e-mail updates.
Key facts
Quick energy facts appear as an introduction to each state profile. A state data map displays a closer look at refineries, coal mines, power plants, and renewable energy potential.
Economic statistics in reference to population and per-capita income are in tabular format. This information extends to petroleum and natural gas prices, reserves and supply data, distribution and marketing, consumption, and environment. Links to more energy statistics appear with each section of the table. The information is updated weekly.
Data to grow
The state energy data will soon grow to include written overviews on the effects of fossil fuels, renewables, and alternative energy sources on each state’s energy markets. Furthermore, the energy maps will expand to provide a detailed view of the industry.
