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How much is natural gas used for electricity and fuel?

Electricity:

* In the United States, natural gas is the primary fuel used for electricity generation, accounting for about 40% of the country's total electricity production.

* Globally, natural gas is the second most common fuel for electricity generation, after coal.

Fuel:

* In the United States, natural gas is the most common fuel used for heating homes and businesses, accounting for about 50% of the country's total residential and commercial energy consumption.

* Natural gas is also used as a fuel for vehicles, such as cars, trucks, and buses.

* Globally, natural gas is the third most common fuel for transportation, after gasoline and diesel.