NOAA Revises Rules for Deep-Sea Mineral Mining
Published Date: 8/4/2025
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NOAA is updating the rules for companies that want to explore and mine valuable minerals from the deep ocean floor. These changes affect anyone applying for exploration licenses or commercial mining permits and aim to make the process clearer and more efficient. Public virtual hearings will happen in early September 2025, giving everyone a chance to share their thoughts before the new rules take effect.
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