Band 7+: The graph below compares figures for the production and consumption of energy in the US from 1950 to 2000. It also predicts figures for 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comaprisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

The linegraph illustrates the figures of energy consumption and production in the US from 1950 to 2000 with projections reaching 2025.

Overall, it is clear that energy consumption and production showes an upward trend over the period. However, the consumption grew at a much faster than production.

In 1950, both enrgy consumption and production were nearly equal, standing at around 25 to 35 units. The most significant rise happened in the period between 1955 and 1975, when American energy consumption climbed steeply to around 65 units, outweighing production. From 1975 to 2000, US energy consumption continued to grow significantly, reaching 100 units by the end of the centery. In contrast, energy production during this period saw a much slower increase, reaching around 75 units in 2000, which created a wide gap between two trends.

Regarding the projections from 2000 up to 2025, enrgy consumption is expected to increase dramatically to a peak of 140 units. In contrast, energy production is predicted to level off, sitting at around 90 units.