Bearbetningskoncession
An exploitation concession (bearbetningskoncession) is the right to extract a deposit, and it is decided by the Mining Inspectorate (Bergsstaten) under the Minerals Act (minerallagen). Whoever wants to mine ore or other minerals must first apply for such a concession and show that the requirements of the law are met. The assessment exists so that society can weigh the benefit of the extraction against the impact on land, the environment and other interests in the area.