This is one of Norway’s most pristine fjords. So why is it being used as a dumping site for mine waste?

The Norwegian government has given a permit to a mining company to release waste into Førde fjord despite a 17-year battle by campaigners and a supreme court ruling against it

This is one of Norway’s most pristine fjords. So why is it being used as a dumping site for mine waste?

TL;DR

  • The Norwegian government has issued a permit for waste disposal into Førde fjord.
  • This decision comes after a 17-year battle by campaigners.
  • A supreme court ruling had previously been against this action.