A Canadian deep-sea mining firm is in talks with the Trump administration to possibly sidestep a UN treaty, aiming for US permission to mine in international waters, amid rising environmental concerns. The firm, The Metals Company (TMC), stresses they have the knowledge to handle environmental risks and will apply under US law rather than international regulation. This controversial move comes as over 30 nations demand a moratorium on deep-sea mining due to insufficient data on ecological impacts, highlighting a growing tension between industrial ambitions and environmental protections.
A Canadian deep-sea mining firm has been negotiating with the Trump administration to bypass a UN treaty in order to mine in international waters.
Gerard Barron, CEO of The Metals Company, stated they believe they have sufficient knowledge to manage environmental risks while seeking US mining permits.
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