Opinion: Great risk, few benefits from exporting U.S. thermal coal

We appreciate the chance to respond to the union members’ op-ed on coal exports from Nov. 27, (Critics of coal exports are misinformed) as it provides an opportunity to clear up misunderstandings circulated by the coal lobby. As the members pointed out, they are responsible for mining and transporting B.C.’s metallurgical coal to markets overseas. The key word here is metallurgical. We are opposed to Fraser Surrey Docks’ proposal to export U.S. thermal coal. This may result in up to 25 jobs, but it threatens to bring serious risks to communities from White Rock all the way to Texada Island.