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Which Country Consumes the Most Energy?
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Quick Answer
China is the world's largest energy consumer, using about 157 exajoules per year.
The Full Story
China surpassed the United States as the world's largest energy consumer around 2009 and by the mid-2020s uses roughly 157 exajoules per year — about 26 % of global energy. The US is second at about 95 exajoules (16 %), followed by India. Per capita, however, Iceland, Qatar, and the UAE consume the most due to small populations and energy-intensive industries or climate control. China's consumption is driven by its massive manufacturing sector, rapid urbanisation, and 1.4 billion population.
Key Facts
1.China is also the world's largest renewable energy producer.
2.The US consumes about 7 times more energy per person than India.
3.Global energy consumption has roughly doubled since 1980.
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