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To prevent any further damage to Svalbard's permafrost, several coal mines and coal-fired plants have been reducing their output or closing altogether. According to an Interesting Engineering ...

“It’s true coal is polluting, but … they should have a solution before they close us down,” Strand said inside Gruve 7, the last mine Norway is operating in the remote Svalbard archipelago.

Quitting coal Despite its remoteness, Svalbard is endowed with rich coal deposits right next to deep ice-free fjords, making it a suitable place for mining.

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To prevent any further damage to Svalbard's permafrost, several coal mines and coal-fired plants have been reducing their output or closing altogether.

With coal mostly gone, Svalbard has turned to tourism as its major economic activity. “Svalbard used to be an extreme tourism destination, catering to the most adventurous travelers.