Interesting Facts About Electric Power Industry - Infographic

ELECTRICITY The electric power industry is an $840-billion industry that Since 1990, electric companies have reduced emissions of powers our economy and enhances our everyday lives. nitrogen oxides (NOx) by 76 percent and sulfur dioxide (SO2) by 79 percent, Electric companies are investing in energy efficiency and are promoting innovative options for making energy efficiency part of their business model. while electricity use has increased 36 percent. Thomas Edison's first The typical home now has, on average, at least 25 electronic products – 99 percent of which must be plugged in or recharged. power plant lit up 800 light bulbs in New York City 43% of households have DVRS 59% of households have dishwashers 61% of households have central air conditioning 76% of households have at least one computer 99% of households have televisions 23% Consumer demand for electricity is projected to increase 23 percent by 2040 The average household has 5.7 devices that are connected to the Internet, deliver apps, and are powered by electricity. The electric power industry plays a critical role in our It advances the nation's economic growth and productivity; O promotes business development and expansion; O provides solid employment opportunities; society on many levels. O growing industry that contributes to the progress and prosperity Electric Company Electricity Sales To Total Ultimate Customers Customers By Class Industrial 0.5% Transportation 0.2% Transportation <0.1% Commercial 12.2% Residential 37.9% Commercial 35.4% Residential 87.3% Industrial 26.4% otds Source: http://www.eel.org/resourcesandmedla/key-facts/Documents/KeyFacts.pdf http://www.freeplk.com www.otds.co.uk