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fromTruthout
3 days ago

World's Governments Fail to Agree to a Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining

Governments have yet to rise to the moment. They remain disconnected from global concerns and the pressing need for courageous leadership to protect the deep ocean.
Environment
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fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Deep-sea mining: The rush to mine the unknown DW 07/08/2025

The first commercial deep-sea mining operation may begin soon despite the lack of global regulations to protect ocean ecosystems.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

This company wants to be the first to mine the ocean floor, with Trump's help

Gerard Barron aims to pioneer deep-sea mining to secure crucial minerals for the U.S.
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 month ago

Norway's Green Minerals Announces Adoption Of Bitcoin Treasury Strategy

Green Minerals AS adopts a Bitcoin Treasury Strategy to safeguard against inflation and geopolitical risks, aiming to enhance financial stability.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Trump May be Repeating Reagan's Deep Sea Mining Mistake

Trump's directive allows NOAA to expedite commercial deep sea mining permits, raising concerns about bypassing established international regulations and destabilizing ocean governance.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

High Seas Treaty: UN's Guterres warns of 'wild west' DW 06/09/2025

The ocean is facing numerous threats and requires urgent protective measures, highlighted during the UN Ocean Conference.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

What's At Stake As Leaders Gather To Negotiate The Future of Our Oceans

French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Trump's executive order on deep-sea mining as potentially violating global treaties, underscoring the tensions at the Oceans Conference in Nice.
World politics
fromNature
1 month ago

A message from island leaders: protect the Pacific Ocean from deep-sea mining

Deep-sea mining in the Pacific threatens ocean health and cultural heritage.
Economic benefits must not override environmental protection in Pacific nations.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The World Isn't Valuing Oceans Properly

The pursuit of deep-sea mining for critical minerals raises serious ecological concerns and questions about economic viability.
fromtime.com
2 months ago

The Economics of Deep-Sea Mining Don't Add Up

Deep-seafloor mining focuses primarily on nickel and cobalt, but evolving battery technologies are making these metals less relevant.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Trump administration may sell deep-sea mining leases at startup's urging | TechCrunch

"Critical minerals are fundamental to strengthening our nation's resilience and safeguarding our national interests," Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said. "By providing opportunities to responsibly access deep-sea mineral resources, we are supporting both American economic growth and national security."
Startup companies
#environmental-concerns
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France politics

Playing gods with the cradle of life': French Polynesia's president issues warning over deep-sea mining

French Polynesia's president opposes deep-sea mining due to environmental risks, asserting it will happen over his dead body.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

As countries scramble for minerals, the seabed beckons. Will mining it be a disaster? visual explainer

Deep-sea mining technology is nearing readiness for operations planned as early as 2026, despite ongoing debates about environmental implications.
US news
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Experts alarmed over Trump's promotion of deep-sea mining in international waters

Deep-sea mining poses risks to unexplored marine ecosystems and calls for an industry moratorium until more scientific data is available.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The Trump Administration Wants Seafloor Mining. What Does That Mean?

Deep-sea ecosystems are vulnerable to industrial mining, which may disrupt unknown life forms and processes.
The potential benefits of seafloor mining for important metals are weighed against environmental risks.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

As countries scramble for minerals, the seabed beckons. Will mining it be a disaster? visual explainer

Deep-sea mining technology is nearing readiness for operations planned as early as 2026, despite ongoing debates about environmental implications.
more#environmental-concerns
#environmental-impact
OMG science
fromtime.com
2 months ago

More than 99% of the Deep Sea Still Remains a Mystery

The Trump Administration's executive order for seabed mining has sparked concerns regarding insufficient research on its environmental impacts.
Environment
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

A Canadian mining company wants Trump's permission to mine the deep sea

The Metals Company is pursuing deep sea mining permits, bypassing international regulation and sparking outrage from environmentalists and foreign governments.
more#environmental-impact
#trump-administration
US politics
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to "expedite" deep sea mining

The Trump administration is attempting to expedite deep sea mining, raising concerns about environmental impact and international law violations.
US politics
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to "expedite" deep sea mining

The Trump administration is attempting to expedite deep sea mining, raising concerns about environmental impact and international law violations.
more#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump signs controversial order to boost deep-sea mining industry

Trump's executive order aims to expand US deep-sea mining for critical minerals, countering China's control in the sector.
#environmental-policy
US news
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

The Trump administration could green-light deep-sea mining for the first time

The Metals Company is seeking U.S. government support to advance deep-sea mining for battery materials amid environmental concerns and regulatory challenges.
US news
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

The Trump administration could green-light deep-sea mining for the first time

The Metals Company is seeking U.S. government support to advance deep-sea mining for battery materials amid environmental concerns and regulatory challenges.
more#environmental-policy
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Canadian company in negotiations with Trump to mine seabed

A Canadian mining firm is attempting to bypass a UN treaty for deep-sea mining, alarming environmentalists concerned about biodiversity loss.
#oceans
Podcast
fromPodcaster News
4 months ago

Crowd Network Launches Second Series Of Award Winning Greenpeace UK Podcast - Podcaster News

Oceans: Life Under Water season two highlights the beauty and threats of oceans, aiming to inspire protection efforts.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
11 months ago
OMG science

Metal-Rich Ocean Deposits Produce Dark Oxygen'

Oxygen is produced in the dark of the deep ocean, highlighting a unique ecosystem.
Polymetallic nodules raise questions about the environmental impacts of deep-sea mining.
Podcast
fromPodcaster News
4 months ago

Crowd Network Launches Second Series Of Award Winning Greenpeace UK Podcast - Podcaster News

Oceans: Life Under Water season two highlights the beauty and threats of oceans, aiming to inspire protection efforts.
more#oceans
European startups
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Deep-sea mining tech advances but doubts remain

A new AI robot aims to minimize environmental impacts during deep-sea mining for polymetallic nodules.
Deep-sea mining raises environmental concerns despite technological advancements in detection.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Norway forced to pause plans to mine deep sea in Arctic

The Norwegian government has paused deep-sea mining plans following pressure from the Socialist Left party, which threatened to withhold budget support unless mining was halted.
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