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NATURAL GAS FOR
ENERGY AT HOME
More than 5 million homes - around half of Australian households - rely on gas for cooking heating and hot water.¹
Residential and small business gas use makes up around one fifth of Australia's annual domestic gas demand.²
¹Energy Consumers Australia, The role of Australia's gas distribution networks, 2024
²Australian Government, Future Gas Strategy, May 2024
Natural gas is also crucial in ensuring homes and businesses have reliable and affordable electricity, because gas power stations can be turned on quickly when electricity demand spikes, backing up renewables to help keep the lights on when you need it most.*
*Australian Energy Market Operator, 2024 Integrated System Plan, June 2024
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