Transition from Coal
Mine rehabilitation requires large amounts of money to be available when the mines close. Unfortunately many companies desert mines, leaving taxpayers to foot the bill.
There is also a need for the communities to plan for the transition with alternative employment.
Will the tax payer have to foot the bill when Hazelwood, Australia's dirtiest coal fired power station, closes?
BZE Technology Radio Show: 3 June 2016: Podcast: