Northvolt, a prominent battery manufacturer, is under scrutiny following a series of safety incidents at its Skellefteå factory.

Recently, a worker suffered a chemical burn from an explosion involving NMP, a solvent with known health risks, yet Northvolt failed to report the incident to the Swedish Work Environment Authority.

This oversight has prompted a police investigation into potential workplace safety violations.

Additionally, Northvolt faced criticism for instructing employees to continue working during a gas leak, despite ammonia levels exceeding recommended safety limits.

These incidents have raised concerns about Northvolt's commitment to worker safety and regulatory compliance.

The situation is further complicated by inadequate housing for employees, with many living in temporary barracks, highlighting broader issues in planning and infrastructure development around the factory.