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August 16, 2023 56 mins

Delve into the intriguing world of deep sea mining and the complex negotiations surrounding it, with our guest Emily Tewes,  from Sustainable Ocean Alliance.   

Join Life on Planet A as we plunge beneath the waves to uncover the untold stories of the International Seabed Authority,(ISA) the international body overseeing deep sea mining regulations.

In episode,  we spotlight the compelling stories of nations that are championing a call for moratorium in deep sea mining. With climate change accelerating and concerns about environmental impacts mounting, countries are raising crucial questions about the sustainability of this nascent industry. 


Time Stamps:

10:00 - SOA campaign to #DefendtheDeep and #StopDeepSeaMining

12:28 - Background on ISA

14:25 - Biases in ISA

20:00 - Exploration licenses

23:00 - Discussion on how ISA gives licenses to mine

29:00 - Moratorium on DSM

30:00 - Meetings in July

46:00 - SOA at the ISA meetings

54:00 - Meaning of Life to Emily

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