

Assignment: Mining the Pacific – future proofing or fool’s gold?
Dec 10, 2024
As rising sea levels threaten low-lying Pacific Islands, the Cook Islands considers deep sea mining as a potential lifeline. This controversial strategy aims to harvest metallic nodules for tech industries, promising economic boost but raising environmental alarms. Local protests highlight community concerns about government support and ecological impacts. Diverse opinions within the community expose the tensions between development and cultural preservation, while training initiatives empower local youth to engage in marine science.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Deep-Sea Mining: A Call for Caution
02:36 • 7min
Navigating Trust in Deep Sea Mining
09:50 • 5min
Training for the Depths: Perspectives on Deep-Sea Research
15:02 • 2min
Navigating Community Dynamics and Mining Controversies
16:42 • 9min
Farewell and Reflections on Deep Sea Mining
26:06 • 2min