Polymetallic Nodules: Why We Shouldn’t Mine Our Oceans
Polymetallic nodules may create “dark oxygen” in the deep sea. Mining them risks destroying unknown species and vital ecosystems. Protect our oceans — the real treasure is life.
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Polymetallic nodules may create “dark oxygen” in the deep sea. Mining them risks destroying unknown species and vital ecosystems. Protect our oceans — the real treasure is life.
As pressure mounts to exploit the ocean floor for minerals, a growing number of scientists and environmental advocates are sounding the alarm: undersea mining is bad for everyone—not just for marine ecosystems, but for the future of humanity. While proponents claim it’s necessary to secure materials for batteries and renewable technologies, they ignore a crucial […]