Norway delays deep-sea mining permits as e-waste and critical minerals remain concerns
Norway has postponed plans for deep-sea mining in its national waters, keeping the Arctic Ocean’s deep-sea ecosystems free from seabed […]
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China plans first deep-sea mining trial in Pacific international waters near Minami-Torishima
A state-owned Chinese firm plans a deep-sea mining experiment in the Pacific Ocean’s international waters, including areas near Minami-Torishima Island,
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Norway pauses Arctic deep-sea mining licensing after Socialist Left budget deal
Budget deal links support to cancellation of first Arctic licensing round A Norwegian left-wing environmental party, the Socialist Left Party
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Norway advances Arctic seabed mining amid opposition over environmental risks
Norway is proceeding with plans to open its Arctic seabed to mining for critical metals, including copper, cobalt, zinc and
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U.S. seeks influence over International Seabed Authority rules for deep mining
Competition for minerals used in advanced energy technologies and high-tech manufacturing is intensifying worldwide. Electric vehicles, solar panels, and batteries
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India’s NIOT conducts exploratory deep-sea mining trial in Andaman Sea
In October, India’s National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) carried out an exploratory mining trial in the Andaman Sea. The
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Amsterdam Court of Appeal rejects bid to restrict protests at sea
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has rejected an attempt by Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. (NORI) to limit the right to
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European fisheries councils back moratorium on deep-sea mining pending evidence
Joint recommendation from European fisheries advisory councils A coalition of European fisheries advisory councils has endorsed a proposed ban on
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Moratorium call grows as fishing councils and NGOs oppose deep-sea mining plans
The Long Distance Advisory Council (LDAC) and three other fishing advisory bodies—North Western Waters Advisory Council, Pelagic Species Advisory Council,
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Electric vehicle shift and rising critical mineral demand spur deep seabed mining debate
Norway has reached a milestone in transport electrification, with electric vehicles now outnumbering gas-powered cars. The change reflects a broader
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EU reaffirms push for moratorium on deep-sea mining amid NGO concerns
The European Commission has reaffirmed its position on a moratorium on deep-sea mining, according to statements from the Environmental Justice
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Deep-sea trials in Andaman Sea collect polymetallic nodules at 1,193 meters
The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) has started exploratory trials in the Andaman Sea using Varaha-3, a specialized seabed