Not in connection with modern mining operations, which is what Sweden has. Continuous water monitoring and treatment are mandatory for all operating mines in Sweden. Mining companies are also required to provide a detailed plan and financial security to ensure future restoration and environmental protection after mine closure.
Sources:
- Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (2021) – Supervision of Mines: Guidance
- Mining Inspectorate of Sweden (SGU) – Requirements under the Minerals Act and Environmental Code
- Government Offices of Sweden (2020) – Strategy for Sustainable Mineral Extraction
- Sveriges Riksdag, “Miljöbalken (SFS 1998:808)”, https://www.riksdagen.se/sv/dokument-och-lagar/dokument/svensk-forfattningssamling/miljobalk-1998808_sfs-1998-808/
- SGU, “SGU:s prospekteringsråd”, https://www.sgu.se/mineralnaring/mineralnaring-och-samhalle/sgus-prospekteringsrad/