What you don't know about Greenland's minerals

Greenland is often portrayed as a solution to global shortages of rare earth elements, but the reality is more complex. The island has large geological potential, yet only a small share is proven and economically viable.

Remote locations, high costs, challenging silicate-bound minerals and radioactive byproducts slow development. Environmental risks and political resistance further limit large-scale mining.

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