NSW moves to save mine jobs after High Court ruling
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 19 Oct, 03:31 · Archive
NSW is introducing legislation to protect 826 jobs at MACH Energy's Mount Pleasant coal mine in the Hunter region, following a High Court decision that favoured community environmentalists who challenged the mine's expansion. The court delivered a 3-2 split ruling earlier this month, upholding a state appeals court finding that planning authorities must consider the climate impacts of downstream emissions when reviewing projects.
Premier Chris Minns announced the 'one-off intervention' on Monday, citing concerns that the ruling could force production to scale back and put approximately 400 jobs on the line. He said families needed certainty, particularly before Christmas. Legislation will require MACH Energy to guarantee it keeps all its permanent and contracted workers in their jobs.
The legislation will also allow the company to proceed with its planned expansion, increasing its annual production limit to 16.5 million tonnes until 2032. The company will be required to minimise its Scope 3 emissions—indirect greenhouse gas emissions through its value chain—in line with requirements set by the Independent Planning Commission. The government said it expected MACH Energy to 'continue working through the court process' to secure approval for operations until 2048. The move was welcomed by the NSW Minerals Council.
How it is being reported
- Miners welcome intervention after crucial court rulingNSW is moving to save the jobs of mine workers who may have been sacked following a High Court decision, as its government brings fresh legislation.The West Australian · 19 Oct, 03:12
- Miners welcome intervention after crucial court rulingNSW is moving to save the jobs of mine workers who may have been sacked following a High Court decision, as its government brings fresh legislation.Perth Now · 19 Oct, 03:12
- Miners welcome intervention after crucial court rulingNSW is moving to save the jobs of mine workers who may have been sacked following a High Court decision, as its government brings fresh legislation.The West Australian · 19 Oct, 03:12
In this story: MACH Energy · NSW · Chris Minns · Mount Pleasant · Hunter region · NSW Minerals Council · Independent Planning Commission · High Court
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