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Queensland Gas Scheme

The Queensland Gas Scheme began in 2005 and was established to boost the state's gas industry and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The scheme is regulated under Chapter 5A of the Electricity Act 1994.

Under the scheme, Queensland electricity retailers and other liable parties are required to source a prescribed percentage (currently 15%) of their electricity from gas-fired generation.

The scheme was first announced in the Queensland Energy Policy - a Cleaner Energy Strategy in May 2000 and has undergone significant consultation with industry and stakeholders over the past decade.

The scheme offers gas-fired generators a direct subsidy to offset the higher cost of gas-fired generation compared with coal.

The scheme has been operating successfully to diversify the state's energy mix towards the greater use of gas, assist in encouraging the development of new gas sources and infrastructure in Queensland and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the Queensland electricity sector.

This guide provides an overview of the Queensland Gas Scheme.

Contact

General enquiries 13 25 23

Investment enquiries
+61 7 3405 4174

Last updated
10 August 2011

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