Oliver Gunasekara
Co-founder and CEO of Impossible Metals, building autonomous underwater robots to collect polymetallic nodules containing nickel, copper, cobalt and manganese for clean-technology supply chains.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 1h 4min
#268 Robot Pirates are Pillaging the Wasted Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean | Oliver Gunasekara (Impossible Metals)
Oliver Gunasekara, co-founder and CEO of Impossible Metals, explores the groundbreaking potential of mining the ocean floor with autonomous robots. He shares how their innovative technology collects polymetallic nodules, crucial for clean tech, while minimizing environmental impact. Gunasekara discusses the staggering $18 trillion mineral reserves found in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone and reveals how their approach could change the future of metal sourcing, revolutionizing industries from EVs to renewable energy.
Jun 6, 2024 • 45min
Deep Sea Mining: A Responsible Approach to Resource Extraction with Oliver Gunasekara
Oliver Gunasekara, CEO of Impossible Metals, discusses the innovative approach to deep-sea mining for battery metals without harming marine ecosystems. They explore the economic factors, regulatory challenges, and advancements in robotics for sustainable resource extraction. The podcast also highlights the environmental benefits and career advice in climate tech solutions.
