The pie charts compare the units of electricity generated from five fuel sources in Australia and France in 1980 and 2000.
Overall, coal was the main source of electricity in Australia in both years, while nuclear power became the dominant source in France by 2000. Electricity production increased in both countries over the period.
In 1980, Australia produced 100 units of electricity, with coal accounting for 50 units. Natural gas and hydro power each contributed 20 units, while oil produced 10 units. France generated a total of 90 units, with coal and natural gas providing 25 units each. Oil contributed 20 units, nuclear power 15 units, and hydro power 5 units.
By 2000, Australia’s output had risen to 170 units. Coal increased significantly to 130 units, while hydro power reached 36 units. Oil and natural gas both fell to only 2 units. In France, total production doubled to 180 units, mainly due to nuclear power, which rose dramatically to 126 units. Coal and oil each produced 25 units.
