Sea mining, or ocean mining, is sometimes considered an alternative to land-based mining, especially in relation to increasing the supply of some critical minerals. Various concerns surround sea mining, including those relating to jurisdiction over different locations and environmental safeguards.
This report addresses some common questions related to sea mining. It does not address questions related to the economic viability of sea mining, due to insufficient available data.
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Publisher: | Congressional Research Service |
Published: | February 16, 2023 |
License: | Public Domain |