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Nearly 2,000 people protested in Redon on February 28, 2026, against the Taranis mining exploration project authorized to study subsurface resources in Brittany. Breizh Ressources plans to explore for rare metals including gold and tungsten, raising concerns about environmental impacts and water resources.

Local officials and citizens express strong opposition, with 97% of public consultations rejecting the project. The exploration may begin this summer, but many fear it will lead to exploitation and environmental degradation.