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Trump Fast-Tracks Deep-Sea Mining, Endangering a Still-Unexplored Ocean World
Deep-sea mining could unleash clouds of debris that threaten a mysterious, vital ecosystem we barely understand.
Deep-sea mining threatens sea life in a way no one is thinking about − Trump’s order could clear the way for mining operations soon
Companies are preparing to move forward with seabed mining, but a method for gathering critical minerals from the seafloor ...
Deep-sea mining threatens sea life in a way no one is thinking about − by dumping debris into the thriving midwater zone
Companies are preparing to move forward with seabed mining, but a method for gathering critical minerals from the seafloor ...
The Trump Administration Wants Seafloor Mining. What Does That Mean?
On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order that aims to permit, for the first time, industrial mining of the ...
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As Norway Considers Deep-Sea Mining, a Rich History of Ocean Conservation Decisions May Inform How the Country Acts
In 1982, geologist Martin Hovland sat aboard a research ship owned by the Norwegian oil company Statoil (now Equinor) in the ...
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With deep-sea mining plans in limbo, Norwegian companies fold or dig in
This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center’s Ocean Reporting Network, where Elizabeth Claire Alberts is a fellow. BERGEN ...
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On deep sea mining: Are we rushing or stalling?
By: Paulina Barnjak and Dylan Long The affirmative In the age of accelerating climate change, collapsing ecosystems and ...
Trump Order Encourages Controversial Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals
The order seeks swift permits for mining nickel, cobalt and other minerals from the sea floor. Critics say it threatens both ocean life and global agreements.
Are environmental costs of deep-sea mining worth the benefits? 3 key points to consider
Mining of these rock-like nodules was the topic of discussion of experts and industry representatives gathered in Tempe on ...
Trump Ignites A Fight Over Seabed Mining
In this week's Current Climate newsletter, Trump has ignited a new fight over seabed mining; America’s only rare-earth mine ...
Deep-sea mining study reveals significant environmental and economic risks to coastal communities and businesses
Deep-sea mining (DSM) not only poses significant environmental, social, and economic risks that may have far-reaching ...