Swedish City Relocated Amid Europe's Mineral Boom
The Swedish city of Kiruna is being relocated due to ground subsidence from iron ore mining, with a new city being built 3 km away by 2035. This move is driven by Europe's demand for raw materials, especially rare earth elements recently discovered by LKAB, which also plays a key role in the city's transformation. The project faces political, economic, and environmental challenges, including concerns about community sustainability and indigenous Sami culture, but is seen as vital for Europe's green transition and strategic resource independence.