Fast Facts

Colorado is 7th in the nation in total energy production, 6th in natural gas production, 7th in oil production, and 11th in coal production.

Over 90% of new oil and gas wells in Colorado utilize hydraulic fracturing.

From 2008 to 2016, natural gas prices fell by 68% and coal-powered generation fell by 38% in the United States.

Oil and Gas in Colorado

State Energy Production