The Trump administration argues that opening America’s seafloor to deep-sea mining is essential for strengthening our economy and securing our energy future.

The survey will take place in an area of 30,000 square miles being considered for mining that is adjacent to the Rose Atoll ...

President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday issued a new rule to fast-track deep-sea mining in international waters, ...

Final rule would speed process companies must go through to receive exploration licenses and commercial recovery permit ...

A DW investigation traces the hidden financial web behind deep-sea mining — an industry scientists say remains poorly understood, yet capable of causing irreversible harm to oceans worldwide.

NOAA is prepared to release a framework for mining companies to secure exploration licenses and commercial recovery permits ...

Federal officials Tuesday said they're considering a mineral lease off Alaskan shores. It's part of a fast-paced and ...

Invisible clouds of sediment created by underwater mining spread for miles, putting ocean floor ecosystems at risk.

A Trump administration push to begin deep-sea mining is gathering momentum — and stirring alarm in United States Pacific territories.

When the United States recently escalated its confrontation with Venezuela – carrying out strikes in Caracas and capturing ...

The rush to mine the deep ocean is no longer a distant possibility. It’s here, thanks to global demand for minerals like cobalt and nickel rising, meaning governments and corporations are eyeing the ...

HONOLULU (Island News) -- A Global Activation remains underway against deep sea mining. Advocates joining together to take a stand, that included Ala Moana Beach Park on the Magic Island Side Sunday.