Australia’s dependence on gas generation during evening energy peak falls by almost 70%

September 14, 2026 · 3:00 pm 1 sources

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• Australia’s dependence on gas generation during evening energy peak falls by almost 70%
  The Guardian · September 14, 2026 15:00
  Batteries now meet almost half of the grid’s dispatchable power needs during hours of highest demand Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australia’s dependence on gas for power during the evening, when the grid is under the most pressure, has fallen by almost nearly 70%…