Deep-Sea Gamble: Is Seabed Mining Worth the Cost? (opens in new tab)

Seabed mining is attracting renewed interest as demand for cobalt, nickel, copper, and other critical minerals used in batteries, electronics, and advanced technologies rises. Linda Nhon argues that commercial seabed mining remains constrained by terrestrial competition, price volatility, environmental uncertainty, and regulatory ambiguity, making ocean science and international cooperation a stronger near-term priority.