Protecting Africa’s Ocean future and why a precautionary pause on deep-sea mining matters
― By James Alix Michel and Dona Bertarelli
The world is entering a decisive period for the future of the ocean. With the High Seas Treaty coming into force and meaningful progress being made on the World Trade Organization Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, global momentum for stronger marine governance is building.
THE PROMISE AND PERIL
OF DEEP-SEA MINING
― By Dona Bertarelli
The ocean has always been a source of wonder and purpose in my life. As a sailor, a philanthropist and an advocate I’ve witnessed its vastness, its power, and also its vulnerability.
DEEP SEA MINING: WE MUST PUT OUR PLANET’S INTERESTS FIRST
― By Dona Bertarelli
The deep ocean might seem distant, but human life depends on it. This vast area, covering 95% of Earth’s living space, absorbs the CO2 generated by human activity…