A recently launched campaign aims to support a moratorium on deep-sea mining activities.
At this point, the effect of deep-sea mining on the marine ecosystem, which supports life on earth, is still not fully understood. To add insult to injury, the mining industry has a long and distinguished history of obliterating forests, poisoning rivers and water tables as well as and displacing voiceless humans.
The launch of deep-sea mining in earnest would dwarf all mining operations in the history of humanity. And yet would take place in an area that is difficult to observe and properly study its effects.
Deep-sea mining is governed by the UN’s International Seabed Authority (ISA), which is supposed to protect the deep sea bed but has given 31 exploration licenses so far. More often than not, the organization has prioritized the interests of industry over that of protecting the ocean. That’s why concerned citizens worldwide are seeking a moratorium on deep-sea ming activities.
You can find out more and add your name to the official letter here.
