Norway apologizes to Sami for illegal wind turbines
The Norwegian government has apologized to Sámi reindeer herders for illegal wind turbines that disrupt their cultural practice. Sami activists have organized a protest campaign against wind turbines and are blocking ministries to get them dismantled.
| Countries | Norvège |
|---|---|
| Sector | Énergie Éolienne, Terrestre |
| Theme | Développement de projets, Acceptabilité locale, ESG & Société |
The Norwegian government apologized on Thursday, March 2, 2023 to Sámi reindeer herders penalized by wind turbines declared illegal by the courts but still in operation. These wind turbines were built in Fosen, in the west of the country, and violate the right of Sami families to practice their culture, including reindeer husbandry, a right guaranteed by a United Nations (UN) text. While the Norwegian Supreme Court concluded in October 2021 that the permits granted were invalid, it did not rule on the fate of the 151 turbines, which had already been built and are still in operation today.
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