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Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey
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The Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey provides statistics on the consumption of electricity and other types of fuel. It also provides data on the capability of manufacturers to substitute alternative fuels for those actually consumed, end uses, the extent to which energy-related technologies are being used by manufacturers and other related topics. The Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey is the only survey providing detailed statistics on pattern of energy use in the manufacturing sector.
Use of this data requires approval from the Energy Information Agency and the Internal Revenue Service. The Census Bureau will coordinate all additional necessary reviews.
Scope and Coverage
Smallest Geographic Unit
Nation
Years Available
1985 - 2018
Universe
- The manufacturing sector is defined according to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). The manufacturing sector (NAICS Sector 31-33) consists of all manufacturing establishments in the 50 States and the District of Columbia. According to the NAICS, the manufacturing sector comprises establishments engaged in the mechanical, physical, or chemical transformation of materials, substances, or components into new products. The establishments in this sector are often described as plants, factories, or mills.
Spatial Coverage
- National
Unit of Observation
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