The United States is a major energy exporter and importer, especially for petroleum

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The United States reached record total energy exports of 31 quadrillion British thermal units in 2025, exceeding the previous year by 2%. Energy imports decreased by 5%, resulting in a net export of 11 quadrillion BTUs, marking a significant milestone in U.S. energy trade balance.

Total energy exports from the United States reached a record 31 quadrillion British thermal units (quads) in 2025, 2% more than the previous record set in 2024. U.S. energy imports were 21 quads, down 5% from 2024. Taken together, net trade—total imports less total exports—reached 11 quads of net exports in 2025, a record and ...