Mining the Deep Sea for Metals

Jared Baron, CEO of Deep Green Resources, discusses the significance of deep sea nodules, which were discovered in the 1870s and harvested in the 1970s. Ownership issues were resolved with the establishment of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). Deep Green has secured exploration licenses and is conducting environmental studies. The nodules contain essential metals for the green economy, crucial for electric vehicles. The current supply chain relies heavily on resources from the Congo and Equatorial rainforests, highlighting the need for sustainable alternatives.

What historical significance do deep sea nodules have, and when were they first discovered?

Discuss the challenges faced in the harvesting of deep sea nodules and the ownership of ocean resources.

What organization governs international waters and was established by the United Nations?

Why is deep sea mining considered important for the green economy?

What are the implications of the supply chain for metals like cobalt and nickel in relation to electric vehicles?