How important are new coal projects like Adani Group Australia's Carmichael mine for Queensland's economy?

In the recent times, Queensland’s growth trajectory has been impacted by various mining projects operating in the state. However, the coal sector has primarily been in focus for the last couple of years and the reason for that is the ‘go ahead’ given to the new projects in the region by the authorities.

However, these projects have opened up the regional economy and opportunities now galore for the local people. The shift in state’s economic fortunes has been the result of increased employment opportunities, taxes and royalties. The locals can stay in their hometown with their families and still develop long-term, well-paid, and highly-skilled careers.

The options are increasing for the local businesses to grow and become part of the humongous supply chain. It is critical to recognize the importance of small and largescale businesses in a resource-rich state like Queensland, especially during the testing times. The skilled workforce of the state gets its livelihood mainly from these businesses, highlighting the need to ensure that the sector sails through the tide.

New coal projects like Adani Group Australia’s Carmichael mine, Kevin’s Corner coal mine, among others are playing a key role to enhance the production and create more opportunities for the local people. Coal projects at large played a significant part in helping the communities during the worst phase of the pandemic.

The Australian coal comes with low impurities and high quality content, which makes it the most sought-after variant of the black metal across the world. It should replace the poor quality coal procured by the developing nations to meet the electricity demand.

At this juncture, one can easily conclude that new coal projects like Adani Group Australia’s Carmichael mine are of significant importance for the regional economy. Having opened up the Galilee basin for future project, it will be interesting to see how this project will keep uplifting the local communities in the coming time.