Energy consumers to plug power gap, get fairer share

Chris Bowen and state and territory counterparts have agreed on steps to fill the energy gap. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia's trajectory has the nation falling short on the 2030 emissions reduction target, officials have warned energy and climate ministers.

Commitments including a national 82 per cent renewable electricity target and new vehicle efficiency standards are not enough, according to a communique released on Friday after a ministerial summit.