In the next few weeks a decision is expected on whether activities in two coal mines in the Hunter are extended until 2045. There are concerns the extension of the mine will hamper NSW’s efforts to reduce carbon emission with the extraction of 429 million tonnes of coal adding to the state’s carbon missions. Stephen Hill asked Climate Councillor and former Fire and Rescue Commissioner for NSW Greg Mullins what are his concerns about this proposed coal mining extension
Image: Asset id: 2020183643 Aerial view of coal power plant high pipes with black smokestack polluting atmosphere. Electricity production with fossil fuel concept.
Produced By: Stephen Hill
Featured In Story: Greg Mullins AO AFSM, former Commissioner of Fire and Rescue NSW, Climate Councillor with the Climate Council and founding member of Emergency Leaders for Climate Action
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 15 July 2026