This statistic represents the distribution of the electricity generation capacity in North America in 2020, with a breakdown by energy source. About 44.3 percent of the total electricity generation capacity was derived from natural gas.
Distribution of energy generation capacity in North America in 2020, by source
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APPA. (March 4, 2020). Distribution of energy generation capacity in North America in 2020, by source [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved May 09, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/664684/energy-generation-capacity-share-north-america-by-source/
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APPA. (2020). Distribution of energy generation capacity in North America in 2020, by source. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: May 09, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/664684/energy-generation-capacity-share-north-america-by-source/
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