Springvale West Project

Springvale West Project 

Centennial Coal is proposing a new SSD project which will allow Springvale to continue to coal supply to Mt Piper Power Station beyond its currently consented life. The project is known as Springvale West.

While there is a transition to renewable energy generation currently underway, coal continues to support power generation in NSW, with Mt Piper Power Station an important contributor to baseload generation. Coal supplies will be needed to maintain the ongoing operation of Mt Piper Power Station through to its planned closure. The project will maintain Centennial Coal’s ability to supply coal to Mt Piper Power Station.

The Springvale West Project proposes to extend the life of operations at the existing Springvale Mine by developing remaining coal resources to the west of the current approved mining area. The project would extract approximately 10 million tonnes of coal at a rate of up to 1.2 Mtpa using lower‑impact bord and pillar mining methods, including first workings and partial pillar extraction, until 2042. Mining would utilise existing underground access and established surface infrastructure at the Springvale pit top, enabling a streamlined, efficient and low‑disturbance continuation of coal supply.

The project will continue to support the Mt Piper Power Station, which relies on Springvale as its major coal supplier and generates up to 12% of NSW’s electricity. By extending operations, the project helps maintain regional energy security while supporting local communities. Existing coal conveyors, water management systems and surface facilities would continue to operate, with site rehabilitation to follow at the completion of mining. Overall, the project delivers a balanced approach—maximising resource recovery, minimising environmental impact, and sustaining local employment and economic activity.