Units of Electricity by Fuel Source in Australia

The pie charts illustrate the breakdown of electricity generation from different fuel sources in Australia and France in 1980 and 2000, measured in units.

Overall, total electricity production saw significant growth in both countries during this period. In Australia, coal remained the primary source of electricity generation in both years. However, in France, nuclear power surpassed coal, natural gas, and oil to become the leading source of electricity in 2000.

In Australia, coal accounted for the majority of electricity generation in both 1980 and 2000. Coal-based production increased substantially from 50 units in 1980 to 130 units in 2000. Hydroelectric power also experienced growth, reaching 36 units, while natural gas and oil-based generation decreased to 2 units each.

In contrast, France relied on a mix of coal, natural gas, and oil for electricity production, with each contributing 25 units in 1980. Additionally, nuclear power and hydropower accounted for 20 units each. However, by 2000, nuclear power experienced a remarkable surge, becoming the dominant source with 126 units. Coal and oil-based generation remained steady at 25 units each, while natural gas and hydropower dropped to 2 units each.