2 days ago · While Greenland's rare earth metal deposits are vast—containing 25 of 34 critical minerals identified by the EU—it isn't easy to see how they could be used to break China's dominance in global ...

3 days ago · Yet while Greenland may be sitting on mineral riches, any "gold rush" continues to be slow to materialise. The economy, which has an annual GDP of just over $3bn (£2.4bn), is still driven by the ...

Jan 13, 2025 · A 2023 survey showed that 25 of 34 minerals deemed “critical raw materials” by the European Commission were found in Greenland.

Jan 14, 2025 · A 2023 survey showed that 25 of 34 minerals deemed "critical raw materials" by the European Commission were found in Greenland.

Jun 23, 2024 · Greenland is rich in mineral resources, and mining plays a significant role in its economy. The country’s primary mineral resources include copper, gold, lead, molybdenum, precious stones, rare-earth elements, titanium, and zinc.

Jan 22, 2025 · Beyond mineral resources, scientists estimate that Greenland has enormous reserves of oil and natural gas. Since the 1970s, oil and gas companies have tried to find ancient reservoirs off the ...

Jan 13, 2025 · A 2023 survey showed that 25 of 34 minerals deemed "critical raw materials" by the European Commission were found in Greenland.

Sep 1, 2023 · We are pleased to announce the launch of the new and improved Greenland Mineral Resources Portal. Discover the improved web portal for minerals and geological insights, with a new and fresh layout, access essential data, maps, and reports with a new table of content.

Nov 14, 2024 · The world’s largest island holds substantial reserves of essential minerals, including lithium, niobium, hafnium and zirconium — key components for batteries and other technological applications. In addition, Greenland possesses deposits of rare earth elements, which are prized for their role in energy transition technologies but accessible ...

2 days ago · Greenland is an underexplored, mineral-rich country with a competitive licensing framework, stable political environment, low investment risk, and a pro-mining government. Still, it lacks the infrastructure needed for successful mining operations, which will extend the time from exploration to production.