Climate Alliance 29 November 2019 In the news Global fossil fuel subsidies reach $5.2 trillion, and $29 billion in Australia | Renew Economy Climate Alliance 29 November 2019 In the news The IMF estimates that annual energy subsidies in Australia total $29 billion, representing 2.3 per cent of Australian GDP. On a per capita basis, Australian fossil fuel subsidies amount to $1,198 per person.