No More Coal Mine Extensions

The first of many coal mine expansions in the pipeline was recently approved by the Independent Planning Commission (IPC), the Chain Valley mine on the Central Coast.

And now the largest coal project ever proposed in NSW, Hunter Valley Operations (HVO) is before the IPC for a decision.

The approval of these coal mines will mean more profits for the coal industry, and more climate chaos for the rest of us.

There are two more coal mine expansion proposals expected to go to the IPC for decision in the coming months:

The Moolarben open cut 3 expansion near Mudgee would clear 113 hectares of koala habitat right to the edge of one of the oldest nature reserves in Australia, Munghorn Gap.
The Maules Creek Continuation project would threaten endangered ecological communities and clear 428ha of Leard State Forest — precious habitat for the Swift Parrot and Regent Honeyeater.

These coal mines, if all approved, would contribute an extra 1 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases to an already over-cooked atmosphere, clear 1000 hectares of habitat and cause continued air quality issues for the surrounding communities.

We’re facing ever worsening climate damage. Our species are on the brink and fossil fuels are the main culprit. It’s time to end the age of coal.

We call on Premier Minns and the NSW Government to:

Ban new coal mine expansions or extensions.
Put in place an immediate moratorium on the clearing of any further endangered species habitat for approved coal projects
Commit to a rapid phase out of fossil fuels to safeguard endangered species like the koala from the devastating impacts of climate change, like bushfires.
Update planning guidance to fully consider lifecycle emissions and climate impacts in coal mine assessments in line with NSW and international law.

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