The Journal.

Greenland Has Tons of Minerals. So Where Are All the Miners?

71 snips
Mar 20, 2025
Sune Rasmussen, a WSJ reporter, discusses the untapped mineral wealth of Greenland and the complex reasons why mining efforts have stalled. He explores the intricate balance between economic potential and environmental concerns, highlighting indigenous resistance to resource extraction. Rasmussen also dives into the geopolitics surrounding Greenland's mineral resources and how they could reshape global supply chains. With local communities grappling with mining's socio-economic implications, this conversation sheds light on a pivotal yet contentious frontier in mining.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Sune's Greenland Dream

  • Sune Rasmussen, a Danish journalist, had a long-standing desire to visit Greenland.
  • This dream was finally realized due to President Trump's unexpected interest in the island.
INSIGHT

Greenland's Mining Paradox

  • Greenland, despite its vast size and mineral wealth, has a small population and limited mining activity.
  • Rasmussen aimed to understand the reasons behind this paradox.
ANECDOTE

Journey to Narsak

  • To understand Greenland's mining potential, Rasmussen traveled to Narsak, a remote town in southern Greenland.
  • The journey involved multiple modes of transport, highlighting the region's inaccessibility.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app