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Australian Energy Prices May Halve by 2050, Study Finds

10/13/2025

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The Grattan Institute reports that Australian household energy prices could halve by 2050 due to increased use of solar panels and electric vehicles.
The Safeguard Mechanism should be expanded to cover the electricity sector to help meet emissions targets.
The change would not significantly raise energy bills, with about $3,000 annually by 2050.
A carbon constraint could spur investment in renewables and support a smoother net-zero transition.

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Story summary

The Grattan Institute reports that Australian household energy prices could halve by 2050 due to increased use of solar panels and electric vehicles.
The Safeguard Mechanism should be expanded to cover the electricity sector to help meet emissions targets.
The change would not significantly raise energy bills, with about $3,000 annually by 2050.
A carbon constraint could spur investment in renewables and support a smoother net-zero transition.