Global Opposition Grows Against Deep-Sea Mining as Concerns Mount
Seafood groups representing a significant portion of the global tuna trade, including major supermarket suppliers, have joined the Sustainable Seafood Coalition in calling for a halt to deep-sea mining. A new study reveals that tropical tuna fishing grounds in the Pacific would overlap with mining plans, potentially impacting sustainable fisheries. The study highlights the potential conflict between the two industries as warming oceans alter the tuna's range. The groups are deeply concerned about the potential impacts of deep-sea mining on ocean ecosystems and global food security. They are urging the International Seabed Authority to establish strong regulations before granting any exploration contracts.