U.S. Energy Production Reaches Historic High In 2025 With Growth In Natural Gas, Oil, And Renewables

The United States achieved a new milestone in energy production in 2025, recording the highest total energy output in its history. According to the latest data released in the Monthly Energy Review, the country produced 107 quadrillion British thermal units (quads) of energy during the year. This marks a 3.4 percent increase compared to the previous record set in 2024 and represents the fourth consecutive year of record-breaking energy production in the country.

The growth was mainly supported by strong production levels in natural gas, crude oil, natural gas plant liquids (NGPLs), and renewable energy sources. Natural gas remained the largest contributor to U.S. domestic energy production. Dry natural gas production increased by more than 4 percent in 2025, reaching a record 39 trillion cubic feet. Major growth came from the Appalachia, Permian, and Haynesville regions. The United States has remained the world’s largest natural gas producer since 2011.

Crude oil production also reached a historic high during the year. Output averaged 13.6 million barrels per day in 2025, reflecting an increase of around 350,000 barrels per day from 2024 levels. Most of the growth in oil production came from the Permian region, which covers parts of western Texas and southeastern New Mexico. Crude oil accounted for around 26 percent of the total domestic energy production, helping the United States maintain its position as the world’s leading crude oil producer.

Production of natural gas plant liquids also saw strong growth. NGPL output increased by 7 percent to reach a record 4 trillion cubic feet in 2025. These liquids, which are separated during natural gas processing, contributed about 9 percent of total domestic energy production. NGPL production has continued to rise steadily since 2005 alongside the expansion of natural gas production and processing activities.

Renewable energy production also climbed by 3 percent in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth. Solar and wind energy production both reached record levels as new power generation projects became operational. Meanwhile, geothermal, hydroelectric, wood, and waste energy production remained largely stable compared to the previous year. Biofuels production, however, experienced a slight decline after four years of continuous growth.

Coal production also showed some recovery in 2025. Coal accounted for around 10 percent of domestic energy production and increased by 4 percent to 533 million short tons after declining over the previous two years.