Mining & Critical Metals

Introduction Deep-sea mining targets polymetallic nodules on the ocean floor, rich in metals essential for batteries and renewables. As of 2024-2025, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) has issued exploration permits, but commercial exploitation remains unregulated, sparking global concern . Greenpeace's advocacy underscores the mismatch between industrial ambitions and environmental safeguards, with recent studies revealing potential long-term harms . This section...

Introduction As the International Seabed Authority (ISA) stands at the helm, tasked with navigating the murky waters of seabed resource management, its dual role of advancing commercial interests while safeguarding marine ecosystems has never been more tested. Emerging technologies promise minimized ecological footprints, yet the scientific community continues to sound alarms over potentially irreversible damages. This article delves into the...

Unraveling Environmental Impacts Deep-sea mining at depths approaching 4,000 meters poses profound environmental issues, primarily due to sediment plumes that can devastate complex ecosystems largely unknown to science. Studies including...