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Australia’s electricity demand set to double by 2050 as households lead energy transition, grid operator says

Published 01:24 on June 25, 2026 / Last updated at 01:24 on June 25, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Pacific), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Australia is expected to see electricity emissions fall by around 90% by 2050, despite demand doubling and generation tripling, the country’s market operator said in a report published Thursday.
Australia is expected to see electricity emissions fall by around 90% by 2050, despite demand doubling and generation tripling, the country’s market operator said in a report published Thursday.


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