BHP is transferring a parcel of land from Mt Arthur Coal to neighbouring Malabar Resources as it continues to progress toward a responsible closure of the coal operation in 2030.
Around 3,700 hectares of land will be transferred, providing the option for Malabar to seek further value from its existing underground Maxwell operation. The transfer will enable better safety and environmental outcomes as Mt Arthur can use an existing mine void at the Maxwell site for tailings storage.
Liz Watts, NSW Energy Coal vice president, said BHP continues to work closely with the community, employees, government, and landholders on alternate land use opportunities in the closure of the Mt Arthur coal mine.
“Our commitment is clear, we want to focus on environmental, economic and social outcomes in mine closure, to help set the region up for long-term success, and deliver a positive legacy from BHP mining in the Hunter Valley,” said Watts.
Other potential land use opportunities for the Mt Arthur site are progressing in parallel, including the possibility of a Pumped Hydro Energy Storage system, recreation, biodiversity corridors and adaptive reuse of existing infrastructure, like workshops and admin buildings.
Source: BHP