As Europe accelerates its green transition, a critical dilemma emerges in Sweden's Kiruna, where the largest known rare-earth deposit threatens the ancient reindeer migration routes of the Sami people. The Per Geijer deposit, hailed as a cornerstone of Europe's clean-tech ambitions, stands at the intersection of strategic mineral needs and Indigenous rights, posing a profound challenge to the continent's decarbonization goals.
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A total of 23 historic buildings have already been moved. LKAB, which announced the discovery of Europe's largest deposit of rare earth elements next to the mine in 2023, is footing the bill for the church’s move, a cost estimated at 500 million kronor (£39.5 million).
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