Study Reveals Impact of Deep-Sea Mining on Ocean Food Web
Mining companies extract seafloor nodules and return excess materials post-recovery.
Sediment plumes harm zooplankton, affecting 60% of micronekton and threatening tuna catches.
Dr. Sumaila warns DSM increases threats, with $140M losses for Pacific SIDS by 2050.
NOAA draft rule and ISA contracts advance deep-sea mining regulation.
Researchers develop lithium recycling from used EV batteries.
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