NSW approves largest coalmine project in planning history through 2045

Australia's independent planning commission approved the Hunter Valley Operations continuation project despite climate groups' objections, citing economic benefits that outweigh carbon emissions from coal extraction extending to 2045.

First covered Sep 29, 2026 · 10:48 PM PT · 1 article

NSW approves largest coalmine project in planning history through 2045 — Image via theguardian.com

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4h Guardian Environment Approval of biggest coal project in NSW planning commission’s history described as ‘infamous betrayal’ — Independent Planning Commission says climate change impacts from Hunter Valley project will be ‘outweighed’ by economic benefits Follow our Australia news live…

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Appeared in: 2026-09-30 (#2)

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