Greenland holds 8th global rank for rare earth reserves but has no active mines
Despite recognized rare earth potential, the Arctic territory has no operational mining. Climate constraints, infrastructure deficits, and regulatory restrictions are slowing projects, some of which have been under study for over a decade.
| Countries | Chine, Roumanie, Arabie Saoudite, États-Unis |
|---|---|
| Companies | Wood Mackenzie, Neo Performance Materials |
| Sector | Enjeux Énergétiques |
| Theme | Politique & Géopolitique |
Greenland ranks eighth globally for rare earth reserves, according to a Wood Mackenzie analysis. Yet the territory has no operating mines. The report titled “Polar prize? The realities of developing Greenland’s rare earth potential” identifies geographic, regulatory, and infrastructure barriers hindering commercial production. The European Commission estimates that Greenland could produce 27 of the 34 minerals defined as critical under its Critical Raw Materials Act.
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