Definitions for "Energy Information Administration"
( EIA): The independent statistical and analytical agency within the U.S. Department of Energy.
The statistical information collection and analysis branch of the Department of Energy.
The EIA produces many reports on US energy supply and demand, most notably a weekly report detailing crude and product inventories in various geographical areas of the US (see American Petroleum Institute). The report covers US refinery throughput, as well as crude and product imports and exports. Information is also provided on gas and electricity.