Naalakkersuisut, Municipality of Kujalleq and the mining company Nalunaq have entered into an agreement on social sustainability, which has now entered into force from 1 January 2026.
The agreement contains a number of obligations to ensure that the gold mining project serves the interests of the local community and the country. It is also called an 'Impact Benefit Agreement'.
- I am happy and proud that we have signed an agreement that all parties can see themselves in. We support and support the development of the mining industry in South Greenland and look forward to the already close cooperation, says mayor Malene Vahl Rasmussen (D).
Here are some of the points from the agreement:
• Use of local workforce: In 2026, 40% of the workforce in the mine project must be Greenlandic citizens. This increases to 45% in 2027 and to 50% in 2028 and all subsequent years. In the event of non-fulfilment, DKK 100,000 per % points below target for the Råstoffonden.
• Investment in local skills development: The company undertakes to spend at least DKK 250,000 annually on courses, internships and further training for local workers. In the event of non-fulfilment, the difference is paid to the Råstoffonden.
• Use of Greenlandic suppliers: A minimum of 10% of the operating budget must go to local businesses. In the event of non-fulfilment, the difference is paid to the Råstoffonden.
• Sale of gold to locals: Every 3 months, 500 grams of gold must be put up for sale to persons with a Greenlandic address.
- We are grateful for the support we have received from local stakeholders in creating positive development in Greenland. We remain firmly committed to continuing to unlock Greenland's resource potential and continuing our productive collaboration with the regulatory authorities, says CEO of Nalunaq A/S Eldur Olafsson.
