Norilsk Nickel

1939VariableNickel/Palladium

CountryRussia

RegionSiberia

Year Opened1939

Size/DepthVariable

MineralNickel/Palladium

About Norilsk Nickel

The worlds largest nickel and palladium mining operation. One of the most polluted places on Earth. Built by Gulag prisoners, thousands died. The smelters release 2 million tonnes of sulfur dioxide per year. Produces 40% of global palladium.

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