Summary
- Representatives from around the world gathered in Jamaica to negotiate rules for deep-sea mining
- Clear divisions exist regarding environmental impact and monitoring regulations
- Countries like China are pushing for quick agreements, while others are calling for more research on the effects of mining
- Despite concerns, some companies, like The Metals Company, are already planning mining operations
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- Deep-sea mining poses a threat to fragile seabed ecosystems and species.
- Researchers have only explored around 1% of the deep sea area so far.
- The raw materials found in manganese nodules may not be essential for the energy transition.
- Some major companies and insurance firms have pledged not to support deep-sea mining activities.
