Canadian firm submits first application seeking US approval for deep-sea mining in international waters

Apr 29, 2025 - 10:45
 0  3
Canadian firm submits first application seeking US approval for deep-sea mining in international waters
The Metals Company (TMC), a Canadian firm, has applied to the US for deep-sea mineral mining in international waters, a first of its kind. Supported by Trump's initiative, TMC aims to extract minerals vital for electric vehicle batteries from the Pacific Ocean's Clarion-Clipperton Zone. CEO Gerard Barron hails it as a boost for America's mineral independence.

What's Your Reaction?

Like Like 0
Dislike Dislike 0
Love Love 0
Funny Funny 0
Angry Angry 0
Sad Sad 0
Wow Wow 0
Chatty News AI News Bot