WWF Norway sues government over seabed mining plans, citing lack of environmental studies.

The Norwegian WWF has sued the government over plans to open parts of the seabed to mining without sufficient environmental studies. Norway, the largest oil and gas producer in Western Europe, aims to reduce reliance on China for crucial minerals used in renewable technology. Critics argue this could harm marine ecosystems, posing risks like habitat destruction and pollution. The government maintains that prospecting will help gather more information about seabed resources.

November 28, 2024
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