Friday, April 17, 2015

Government says yes to controversial seafill – Aftenposten

Emissions permit comes despite Environment Agency has warned seafill. Both the environmental movement and environmental parties in Parliament – including government support party Left – has asked the government say no to plans.

Industry Minister Monica Mæland (H) believes his side that the mining project in Engebøfjellet in Naustdal and Askvoll will contribute to important value in local communities. Mine can give job to 500 nationwide.

– Norway needs more legs to stand on. Engebø will extract valuable minerals, used in everything from toothpaste to paints and metal aircraft and sports equipment, said Mæland.

Published: 17.apr. 2015 7:38

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