Fact: Electricity prices have risen
most in fossil fuel dominated
states
Power bill pain is being felt most in fossil fuel
dominated states with the least renewable
energy growth. The fossil fuel dominated
states of Queensland, Victoria and New South
Wales have seen the largest increase in their
electricity bills over the past decade (2006-
2016). These states had the lowest growth in
wind and solar generation.
A significant driver of increased wholesale
electricity costs in Australia is uncertainty
regarding electricity policy in Australia
(AEMC and CCA 2017).
Source: Climate Council