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Natural Gas in Western Australia

In WA, natural gas is more cost effective and produces less greenhouse emissions than grid supplied electricity.

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In WA, natural gas is supplied at around half the cost of grid electricity.

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In WA, natural gas produces less greenhouse emissions than grid electricity.

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Some natural gas appliances can still work during a power outage.

Natural gas is yours, WA

Our network of over 14,500km of pipes deliver WA?s abundant natural gas reserves to Perth, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie and across the south west.

In WA, natural gas is more cost effective than grid supplied electricity

In WA, gas is delivered to a home at around half the cost of grid based electricity on a per c/kWh basis. For more information please see the WA State Government's Electricity & Gas pricing information.

Natural gas is the preferred fuel for cooking

It?s no secret that for many, gas is a preferred energy source for cooking, including by the professionals - can you imagine a chef trying to cook the perfect steak using induction! Also some style of cooking can only be achieved using a real flame.

A gas flame responds instantly and the heat is controllable, whether you?re cooking in your kitchen or outdoors on a gas barbecue, there's nothing like cooking over a real flame.

In WA, natural gas produces less greenhouse emissions than grid supplied electricity

Natural gas produces less greenhouse emissions for each kWh delivered to a home, than grid based electricity in WA's South West. For more information please see the National Greenhouse Accounts Factors 2024 Report.

Comparisons do not take appliance efficiency into account, appliance selection and use is at the discretion of the property owner. 

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Key Uses

Gas heating appliances are one of the best ways to keep your home warm. If you already have a gas heating system, make sure you service it regularly. Servicing can improve your heater?s performance and keep it running efficiently. If you?re considering using gas to heat your home, there are a number of great options available:

  • Natural gas flame fires provide warmth and atmosphere. It is important to choose one suitable for your room size.
  • Portable gas heaters are a flexible option that can be moved as needed.
  • Ducted natural gas heating is a versatile heating option that warms your home quickly in winter

Generating and storing hot water to use in your home can account for a large portion of your home's energy costs, so saving money in this area could have a significant impact on your energy bills each month.

The two kinds of gas hot water systems available are:

Continuous flow system ? often referred to as ?instant? hot water systems, this type of heater provides immediate, continuous hot water that never runs out. The units themselves are small, to fit within confined spaces, and more modern units come with a control pad providing simple and convenient temperature control.

Storage hot water system ? these systems heat water and keep it stored in an insulated tank ready for when you need it and come in a range of sizes to suit your needs.

Natural gas provides instant and visible heat that gives you complete control while cooking. A gas flame can also get much hotter than other types of heat produced for cooking, allowing you to seer steak, stir-fry, or use a wok.

When you cook with natural gas, you can control the exact amount of heat delivered - no waiting for elements to heat up or cool down, or pushing buttons on an induction stove. With gas you can actually see the flame and in WA, the majority of people prefer cooking over a real flame.

Have you ever had a house full of friends and family, headed outside to turn on the BBQ and discovered your LPG bottle is empty? Why risk running out of gas when it?s possible to have a BBQ connected to the secure, reliable household natural gas supply, just like your cooktop - Meaning you?ll never be caught short again!

Natural gas-fuelled BBQs are becoming increasingly popular. Changing to a natural gas BBQ means you?ll always be cooking with gas.

If you want to switch to natural gas for your outdoor area you need to make sure your appliances are set up for natural gas and that your outdoor area is appropriately ventilated. This is a simple change but needs to be done by a licensed gas fitter. To find one in your local area visit the Master Plumbers and Gasfitters Association website.

Compared to grid based electricity in WA, natural gas can be a far more cost effective energy source for homes and businesses. In WA, gas is delivered to a home at around half the cost of grid based electricity on a per c/kWh basis. For more information please see the WA State Government's Electricity & Gas pricing information.

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