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Deep Seabed Mining: Opportunities and Risks
This chapter explores the potential of deep seabed mining in the Clarion-Clipperton zone, focusing on the 340 million tons of nickel found in ocean floor nodules. It discusses the technological, regulatory, and environmental challenges associated with extraction, particularly in relation to the booming electric vehicle industry, while addressing the ecological implications of sediment plumes generated during mining activities.
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