VOICED : Romanias oldest mine closes doors

The Petrilla mine, Romania's oldest, has closed, marking the end of an era for the local mining community. Lionel Tinker, a miner, expresses his sadness over the closure and the bleak future of mining jobs. The closure impacts the local economy and population, as many activities depend on the mine. The Romanian government has ended coal subsidies, shifting to green energy. Artist Ion Barbu advocates for preserving the mine as a cultural site, but most equipment will be scrapped.

What significant event marked the end of an era for Lionel Tinker?

• The opening of a new mine

• The closure of the Petrilla mine

• The discovery of a new coal seam

• The introduction of new mining technology

How has the number of miners in Romania changed since the fall of communism?

• It has remained the same

• It has decreased significantly

• It has fluctuated without a clear trend

• It has increased significantly

What is one of the main reasons for the decline in Romania's mining industry?

• Technological advancements in mining

• Lack of coal reserves

• Government's shift to greener energy sources

• Increased demand for coal

What is artist Ion Barbu's vision for the Petrilla mine?

• To use it for agricultural purposes

• To transform it into a cultural and industrial site

• To reopen it for mining

• To convert it into a residential area

What is expected to happen to most of the equipment at the Petrilla mine?

• It will be preserved as historical artifacts

• It will be sold for scrap metal

• It will be upgraded and reused

• It will be donated to other mines