Norilsk: science, industry, and environme

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NORILSK: SCIENCE, INDUSTRY, AND ENVIRONME
An Arctic city shaped by industry, science, and nature.

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Where is Norilsk?
Located in the Russian Arctic, Norilsk is isolated, cold, and built on permafros

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A City of Industry
Norilsk thrives on mining and metal production, led by Norilsk Nickel.

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Scientific Contributions
Research here helps us understand geology, climate, and building on frozen g

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Environmental Problems
Heavy industry has led to serious air and soil pollution.

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Ecological Disasters
A massive oil spill in 2020 highlighted the risks of permafrost melt.

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Efforts Toward Sustainability
Steps are being taken to modernize and reduce industrial harm.

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Norilsk’s Future
The goal: balance economic importance with ecological care.

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Conclusion
Norilsk shows both human strength and the cost of industrial progress.