Deep-Sea Mining: Balancing Economy and Ecology

This chapter explores the economic potential of deep-sea mining for critical minerals and its proposed $300 billion contribution to the US economy. It discusses the environmental concerns surrounding undersea ecosystems and the role of the International Seabed Authority in regulating mining practices. The speakers weigh the benefits of these minerals for sustainable technology against the ecological risks involved, highlighting the need for a careful approach to resource extraction.

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