The NSW Government has released NSW Coal Industry 2026-50.
This establishes a clear direction for coal in NSW and provides certainty for workers, the community, the industry and consent authorities.
The NSW Government will continue to support coal production where it is already occurring, while placing strong guardrails around future development. This ensures NSW can meet its commitments to key trading partners, meet our own needs and provide stability for workers, families and local communities in coal-producing regions.
NSW Coal Industry 2026-50 provides a balanced and forward-looking framework that maintains energy security, supports regional jobs and communities, honours export commitments and outlines the role the coal sector will play in support of NSW’s legislated emissions reduction targets.