Matt Kean warns climate crisis ‘isn’t someone else’s problem’ as largest coal project in NSW history greenlit
Summary
The largest coal mine project in New South Wales (NSW) has been approved to operate until 2045, despite concerns about its climate impact. A senior government climate adviser criticized the decision, saying the economic damage from climate change caused by burning the coal was not properly considered.Key Facts
- The Hunter Valley Operations coal mine near Singleton is the largest coal development in NSW history.
- The state Independent Planning Commission approved the mine to operate until 2045.
- The mine’s coal could release about 809 million tonnes of carbon dioxide, nearly double Australia’s annual emissions.
- The commission said local economic benefits like jobs and royalties outweighed climate impacts.
- NSW Premier Chris Minns supported the approval, highlighting its importance for jobs and state revenue.
- Climate adviser Matt Kean said the project ignored growing costs from climate change like extreme weather and economic damage.
- The mine expansion still requires federal environmental approval, but climate impacts cannot legally block it.
- The Greens urged the federal government to refuse approval before the upcoming global climate summit.
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