Sweden bans extraction of coal, oil and natural gas and tightens rules on extraction from alum shale
Thursday 9 June 2022
A ban on extracting coal, oil and natural gas in Sweden will enter into force in Sweden on 1 July this year. It will be an important step in the process of transitioning to a fossil-free society. This was announced by Minister for climate and the environment Annika Strandhäll on World Environment Day, on June 5th.