Opponents say not enough is known about deep-sea mining s impact on the ocean. The company in the spotlight says it s adhering to science and respects the ocean.
Ed Case said the American Seabed Protection Act will place a moratorium on deep-sea mining activities in American waters or by American companies on the high seas.
His bills would impose a moratorium on mining of the seabed under American jurisdiction and call for one in international waters WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 11, 2023) — U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) today introduced two measures calling for moratoria on .