Greenland's rapid ice melt threatens sea levels and weather, while its resources draw global interest.

Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, is crucial in global climate change, with its ice melting four times faster than the global average, potentially raising sea levels by 24 feet. Rich in rare earth minerals, uranium, oil, and gas, Greenland's strategic location and resources attract geopolitical interest, especially as the Arctic opens for trade. Melting ice impacts key ocean currents, affecting weather patterns worldwide.

January 07, 2025
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