US household renewable energy use
US household renewable energy use stood at 67.04 trillion Btu in Jun 2026, according to EIA (U.S. Energy Information Administration) — Monthly Energy Review. It is one of the indicators in the Energy consumption by end-use sector table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1973 to Jun 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Energy consumption by end-use sector table
| Indicator | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | 09-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renewable energy3 | 67.04 | 67.94 | 64.23 | 62.46 | 51.03 | 52.92 | 54.6 | 55.05 | 61.74 | 62.11 | |
| Biomass | 28.23 | 29.17 | 28.23 | 29.17 | 26.35 | 29.17 | 31.6 | 30.58 | 31.6 | 30.58 | |
| Solar | 35.55 | 35.4 | 32.74 | 29.93 | 21.64 | 20.38 | 19.64 | 21.22 | 26.78 | 28.28 |
Understanding US household renewable energy use
US household renewable energy use measures the thermal and electrical energy generated from naturally replenished sources consumed directly within the residential sector. This metric captures clean energy harvested on-site, such as solar thermal and localized biomass, as well as renewable electricity components, excluding conventional fossil fuel combustion. It highlights the growing decentralization of residential power supplies, contrasting with traditional grid-reliant metrics.
Releases occur on a periodic schedule and are routinely revised as new installation surveys and metering data are incorporated. While less traditionally weather-dependent than heating fuels, renewable generation still exhibits seasonal patterns tied to solar irradiance and climate conditions, influencing sequential monthly figures. Year-on-year comparisons provide the most reliable framework for evaluating the adoption pace and expansion of residential green technology.