When coal mines close and renewable energy takes over, what will happen?

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In the Hunter region of New South Wales, the transition to renewable energy is in full swing. People are working hard to prevent job losses due to coal mine closures and to make effective use of former coal-fired power plants.

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Published 21 July 2026 6:00pm

By Kerrin Thomas

Presented by Kazuyo Kitada

Source: SBS

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In the Hunter region of New South Wales, the transition to renewable energy is in full swing. People are working hard to prevent job losses due to coal mine closures and to make effective use of former coal-fired power plants.

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