Listen "#75 Reforming the Deep Sea with Emily Tewes from Sustainable Ocean Alliance"
Episode Synopsis
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 #StopDeepSeaMining12:28 - Background on ISA14:25 - Biases in ISA20:00 - Exploration licenses23:00 - Discussion on how ISA gives licenses to mine29:00 - Moratorium on DSM30:00 - Meetings in July46:00 - SOA at the ISA meetings54:00 - Meaning of Life to EmilySupport the show
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