Municipal veto can stop 50 mines
Sweden's government has reversed its stance on mining, allowing municipalities to veto mining permits for alum shale, potentially halting 50 mining projects.
Environmental lawyer: veto against alum shale mining insufficient
The Swedish government proposes a local veto against alum shale mining while continuing to remove the veto on uranium mining, drawing mixed reactions.
Why a municipal veto against alum shale mining – hear the climate and environment minister
The climate and environment minister discussed the sensitivity of alum shale and the concerns of residents, emphasizing the need for municipalities to have the authority to approve or deny mining projects, particularly in light of the government's recent decision to abolish municipal vetoes against uranium mining.
M: municipal veto against mining in alum shale will secure Storsjö's water
The Swedish government has decided to amend uranium mining regulations to adhere to international standards, responding to concerns from surrounding municipalities about the water quality in Storsjö.
Busch on new uranium veto: Must have public support
Sweden's government is proposing a new municipal veto against uranium extraction in alum shale, raising concerns for companies involved in mining uranium and rare earth elements, according to the responsible minister Ebba Busch.