Australian energy update 2019, Australian energy statistics
(25 per cent). Renewable energy sources accounted for 6 per cent. Coal use fell by 4 per cent in 201718, and was 21per cent below its peak in 200809. The decline was all from a reduction inbrown coal following power plant closures, with black coal consumption increasing. Natural gas consumption grew by 4 per cent in 201718. Gas use in LNG