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
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.