The future of energy
in Western Australia
Western Australia is already feeling the impacts of climate change.
This presents significant challenges for the economy, environment, and our community. Action is being taken so we can minimise the impacts of climate change, build resilience across our communities and businesses, and continue to adapt to a changing climate.
Climate action includes reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, and a key part of this is transitioning away from fossil fuel energy generation.
This transition to a lower-emissions energy supply also offers new opportunities, for example through projects underway to expand the State’s energy infrastructure as we transition to renewable energy.
By working together, we can create a more sustainable and resilient future for Western Australia.
New job opportunities
with renewable energy
The shift towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices will create more job opportunities for Western Australians.
Renewable energy is an industry experiencing significant growth. Between 2020 and 2023, renewable generation on our main electricity network increased by more than 70 per cent.
Our State’s rich natural resources and growing demand for renewable energy means skilled workers are needed to develop and maintain renewable energy infrastructure.
This comes with opportunities for you to reskill through courses and training right across the State for future jobs in emerging industries.
Courses available at TAFE WA
TAFE offers training courses to provide practical skills and knowledge to work in the renewable energy and sustainability sectors. This includes electrotechnology, engineering science, robotics, and manufacturing.
Courses available at WA universities
Universities are increasingly providing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programs and courses to meet the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
WA’s promising energy future
Western Australia is in a unique position to contribute to global emissions reduction by harnessing our innovation, along with our natural and mineral resources, to support global decarbonisation efforts.
WA can lead the way in clean energy production with abundant solar and wind resources, and a wealth of battery minerals.
%
of homes in WA have rooftop solar
Renewable energy is a way forward
Increasing our use of renewable energy will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable energy comes from sources that never run out, like the sun, wind, and heat from the earth. This means we can keep using them to generate power sustainably.
Western Australia has some of the best renewable energy resources in the world, with the sun shining almost all year round and strong windy conditions across our long coastline.
We're amongst the highest in Australia to embrace power from the sun
Did you know around 40 per cent of homes in Western Australia have rooftop solar? This number is expected to grow over the coming years.
Wind is also playing a key role in our energy mix, generating around 17 per cent of electricity in our State’s main grid on an average day.
To make the most of our natural resources, numerous projects and initiatives are underway to develop our renewable energy technologies and reduce WA’s greenhouse gas emissions.
New generation of technology powering WA
Improvements are being made to the way we access our power, using new technologies and energy storage systems.
Western Australia’s main electricity network, the South West Interconnected System, connects more than 2 million customers across a 261,000 square kilometres area from Geraldton to Albany and out to Kalgoorlie. The demand for electricity is expected to grow rapidly over the next 20 years, with this electricity increasingly coming from renewable energy sources, as identified in the SWIS Demand Assessment.
Work is underway to determine how the State’s largest electricity network can support cleaner and affordable energy supplies for homes and businesses.
Energy changes to look forward to
Western Australia’s energy sector is going through significant changes, delivered by the Energy Transformation Strategy. Here are some changes to look forward to:
Energy technology is improving fast. Renewable energy is becoming more cost-effective compared to traditional forms of energy.
Households are now supplying a lot of their own electricity using solar panels, which continues to grow rapidly.
Battery systems are becoming more efficient in storing renewable energy for when you need it.
There’s more access to energy data to keep you informed and help you control your energy costs.
Western Australia’s energy regulation is being modernised to support a stronger renewable energy future and unlock the benefits and opportunities for all Western Australians.
Our Projects
Find out what projects are in place in WA to take action against climate change.
What projects are happening in WA