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December 15, 2022 Overview The United States is undergoing a transition in the energy sector, with a shift in energy supplies and production over relatively short periods of time. Over [...]

February 16, 2022 On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA, P.L. 117-58). This broad infrastructure law addresses a range of issues, including surface [...]

The article presents information on energy supply and use in the U.S. Topics discussed include the changes in the U.S. energy system since the start of the 21st century, the overall energy consumption in the country since 2000, the challenges facing the electric power industry in the country, and a growth in renewable energy consumption between 2000 and 2022.

Contents Introduction Factors Behind Alternative Fuels and Technologies Incentives Expanding Electric Vehicle Use Developing Domestic Biofuel Production and Use Establishing Other New Alternative Fuels Encouraging the Use of Nonpetroleum Vehicles [...]

March 16, 2021 Contents Introduction: Continued Growth Issues for Congress Policy Goals COVID-19 Legislation U.S. Energy Profile Crude Oil and Petroleum Products: Increased Production and Exports Crude Oil and Natural [...]

May 27, 2020 Contents Background: Comprehensive Energy Policy Title I--Innovation Subtitle A--Efficiency Part I--Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Subpart A--Buildings Subpart B--Industrial Efficiency and Competitiveness Subpart C--Federal Agency Energy Efficiency [...]

Contents Introduction Factors Behind Alternative Fuels and Technologies Incentives Developing Domestic Ethanol Production Establishing Other New Alternative Fuels Encouraging the Purchase of Nonpetroleum Vehicles Reducing Fuel Consumption and Vehicle Emissions [...]

The article focuses on U.S. President Joe Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act which addresses a range of issues, including surface transportation, water infrastructure, broadband, and minority business. It mentions bill also appropriates for the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund and for carbon reduction program administered by the Department of Transportation. It also mentions categories of topics and programs covered by the law carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).

Updated November 5, 2018 Contents Introduction: A Reversal of Fortune Issues for Congress Policy Goals Legislation U.S. Energy Profile Energy Resources on Federal Lands Oil and Natural Gas on Federal [...]

December 1, 2016 Overview Advances in technology have dramatically increased U.S. oil and natural gas production (Figure 1). This increase has important policy implications for energy markets, infrastructure, security, and [...]

Updated September 1, 2016 Contents Introduction Allegations Against Volkswagen What Actions Has the U.S. Government Taken Against VW? How Were the Alleged Emissions Violations Brought to the Attention of EPA? [...]

Updated September 30, 2016 Contents Introduction Policy Goals Conservation and Energy Efficiency Increasing Domestic Supply Production of Oil The Price of Oil and Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Power Production Replacing [...]

Updated July 22, 2016 Contents Introduction Comparable Provisions Tables Table 1. Comparable and Non-Comparable Provisions in S. 2012 as Passed by the Senate and House Contacts Author Information Introduction On [...]

Updated July 26, 2016 Contents Introduction Key Legislative Developments H.R. 8--North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2015 S. 2012--Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015 Selected Energy Issues Electric [...]

Contents Introduction U.S. Motor Vehicle Industry and ATVM Recession Adversely Affects the U.S. Motor Vehicle Industry Recent Developments in the U.S. Motor Vehicle Industry Legislative History of the ATVM Program [...]

Contents Introduction Policy Goals Conservation and Energy Efficiency Increasing Domestic Supply Production of Oil The Price of Oil and Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Power Production Replacing Conventional Energy Sources Energy [...]

The article discusses developments in the energy sector in the U.S. as of March 2021. Other topics include the country's overall energy consumption, its energy sources like natural gas, renewable energy, oil, and nuclear power, the technological developments in hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, and the energy policy toward energy security and energy consumption reduction.

Contents Introduction Factors Behind Alternative Fuels and Technologies Incentives Developing Domestic Ethanol Production Establishing Other New Alternative Fuels Encouraging the Purchase of Non-Petroleum Vehicles Reducing Fuel Consumption and Greenhouse Gases [...]

Contents Introduction Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)--Renewable Fuel Standard Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Volumetric Ethanol Excise Tax Credit Small Ethanol Producer Credit Biodiesel Tax Credit Small Agri-Biodiesel Producer Credit Renewable Diesel [...]

Contents Introduction: The Three Cs UNFCCC: Containing the Three Cs with a Voluntary Commitment The U.S. and Kyoto: The Three Cs Prevent Mandatory Reductions Copenhagen: A Comprehensive but Voluntary Approach [...]

October 14, 2010 Summary Federal policy has played a key role in the emergence of the U.S. biofuels industry. Policy measures include minimum renewable fuel usage requirements, blending and production [...]

Summary Alternative fuels and advanced technology vehicles are seen by proponents as integral to improving urban air quality, decreasing dependence on foreign oil, and reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. However, [...]

Contents Introduction: The Three Cs UNFCCC: Containing the Three Cs with a Voluntary Commitment The U.S. and Kyoto: The Three Cs Prevent Mandatory Reductions Copenhagen: A Comprehensive but Voluntary Approach [...]

[FIGURE D-1 OMITTED] Bill Canis Specialist in Industrial Organization and Business bcanis@crs.loc.gov, 7-1568 Brent D. Yacobucci Specialist in Energy and Environmental Policy byacobucci@crs.loc.gov, 7-9662 (1) Ward's Automotive Yearbook 2009, 'U.S. [...]

Table C-1. Top 10 Sales Under 'Cash for Clunkers' Cars and Light Trucks Sold During July and August 2009 Make of Vehicle Share of New Vehicle Sales Toyota 17.8% Ford [...]

Executives from all three Detroit automakers testified several times before congressional committees in the fall of 2008. Initially, Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler presented a unified front, calling for federal [...]

Table B-1. Who Owns What Maior Global Automakers and Their Brands as of June 2009 Owner Brands BMW BMW, Mini, and Rolls Royce Chrysler Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep; Fiat [...]

Ford Strengthens Capital Base and Market Share As previously discussed, Ford was able to take an independent path because of seemingly fortuitous planning in 2006 when credit markets were still [...]

Table A-1. North American Vehicle Assembly Plants Maior Manufacturers, as of October 14, 2009 Manufacturer Plant Location United States General Motors Arlington, TX Detroit-Hamtramck, MI Flint, MI Fort Wayne, IN [...]

In the 1970s, U.S. consumers bought cars that were either made domestically by the Detroit automakers or imported from Japan or Europe. Until 1978, there were no foreign-owned plants producing [...]

Electric Vehicles Promise Remake of the Industry As noted above, there is growing pressure to improve efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from cars and light trucks. Regardless of whether [...]

Fuel Economy and Greenhouse Gas Standards: Opportunities and Challenges In the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA, P.L. 110-140), Congress mandated a significant increase in corporate average fuel [...]

The federal government has provided various forms of support for the U.S. auto manufacturing sector. Shape of Federal Support TARP funds used for GM and Chrysler. More than $80 billion [...]

U.S. auto manufacturing takes place primarily along a north-south axis that runs from Michigan south to Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and Texas, dubbed Auto Alley by some observers. Its backbone is [...]

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the 2009 crisis in the U.S. auto industry and its prospects for regaining domestic and global competitiveness. It also analyzes business and policy [...]

March 26, 2010 Summary This report provides an in-depth analysis of the 2009 crisis in the U.S. auto industry and its prospects for regaining domestic and global competitiveness. It also [...]

May 27, 2009 Summary As of the date of this report, Members in the 111th Congress have introduced seven stand-alone proposals that would control greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The proposals […]

March 3, 2009 Summary The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA, P.L. 111-5) emphasizes jobs, economic recovery, and assistance to those most impacted by the recession. It also […]

February 13, 2009 Summary Alternative fuels and advanced technology vehicles are seen by proponents as integral to improving urban air quality, decreasing dependence on foreign oil, and reducing emissions of […]

January 5, 2009 Summary With recent high energy prices, the passage of major energy legislation in 2005 (PL. 109-58) and 2007 (P.L. 110-140), and the passage of a new Farm […]

December 23, 2008 Summary On January 18, 2007, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger issued an executive order directing the California Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS). […]

Summary California is seeking, under the Clean Air Act, authority to establish greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for passenger vehicles. The standards would require a 30% reduction in per-mile GHG […]

December 3, 2007 Summary High petroleum and gasoline prices, concerns over global climate change, and the desire to promote domestic rural economies have greatly increased interest in biofuels as an […]

Summary The Constitution gives Congress express power over the imposition of tariffs and the regulation of foreign trade. As part of this responsibility, Congress enacts laws including those that: establish […]

Summary In the past several years, high oil and gas prices, instability in many oil-producing countries, and concerns about global climate change have heightened interest in ethanol and other biofuels […]