Future Gas Strategy Analytical Report

The Future Gas Strategy maps the Australian Government’s plan for how gas will support our economy’s transition to net zero in partnership with the world. This analytical report provides an evidence base to support development of the strategy.

Gas underpins a wide range of economic activity in Australia and globally, with secure gas supplies being a core component of energy security for many economies. However, the production and use of gas also accounts for 24% of Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions in 2021–22.

Australia has legislated targets to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Australia’s domestic climate action is progressing against a backdrop of growing global momentum to deliver the goals of the Paris Agreement. Emissions from gas must therefore reduce significantly.