The MultiMiner project is a pan-European initiative funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme (2023–2026). It brings together a consortium of 12 partners—including geological surveys, research institutes, and industry leaders like Hellas Gold and Nordkalk—to revolutionize how we find and monitor the minerals that power our modern world.

The project’s mission is twofold: to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy by discovering new sources of Critical Raw Materials (CRM) and to ensure that mining operations are as transparent and environmentally sound as possible. By “unlocking” the vast potential of EO data—ranging from Copernicus Sentinel satellites to high-altitude aircraft and low-flying drones—MultiMiner provides a digital shield for the environment throughout the entire mining life cycle.

What sets MultiMiner apart is its commitment to low-impact exploration. By utilizing advanced, non-invasive sensors and innovative machine learning, the project reduces the need for disruptive ground-based drilling during the early stages of exploration. From the subarctic quarries of Finland to the ancient mineral veins of Greece, MultiMiner is paving the way for a sustainable, carbon-neutral economy that respects the land it harvests.

Authors: Czech Geological Survey– Kopačková-Strnadová V., Kýhos M., Sedláčková P., Jelének J., Kořínková B.
Geological Survey of Finland– Liwata-Kenttälä, P., Laakso, K.
Hellas Gold– Zabokas G., Agali A., Gounaris K., Gazea E.
Hellenic Survey of Geology and Mineral Exploration– Anastasatou M., Liakopoulos, A., Mavrogonatos, C.
Nordkalk– Salmela U., Kukkula H.
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland– Molinier M., Lindgrén P., Gbodjo Y.J.E
Storymap creation- Barbora Kořínková