Critical mineral exploration and mining are necessities for the green and digital transition. Municipalities can attract, direct and restrict mining projects in many ways but high-quality local governance requires successful policy choices and practical know-how on the collaborative practices. Drawing from the earlier research, the project provides guidance and trainings for a just and sustainable governance of mineral exploration and mining. Furthermore, it co-develops with the municipalities case-specific policy alternatives and solutions. The project also designs a road map for all municipalities providing capacities to anticipate and govern the impacts and potential conflicts related to exploration and mining initiatives. It collaborates closely with three municipalities governing exploration or/and mining in different stages: exploration (Rautalampi), discovery (Heinävesi) and production (Sodankylä).

2025

2026