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Five reasons to take the precautionary approach to deep sea exploitation

Kelsey Bisson, Helena McMonagle, Ilysa S. Iglesias, Svenja Halfter, Natalya D. Gallo

2023Communications Earth & Environment23 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

Extractive activities in the deep sea are poised to advance faster than the science needed to evaluate risks. Here, we call for a strong precautionary approach in developing these industries.

Topics & Concepts

Precautionary principleDeep seaNatural resource economicsBusinessEnvironmental ethicsEconomicsOceanographyGeologyPhilosophyEcologyBiologyOil Spill Detection and MitigationRisk and Safety Analysis