With deep-sea mining plans in limbo, Norwegian companies fold or dig in

Mongabay
Apr 22, 2025, 4:34 am114 pts
This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center’s Ocean Reporting Network, where Elizabeth Claire Alberts is a fellow. BERGEN, Norway — It’s been nearly five months since the Norwegian government paused its controversial plans to launch deep-sea mining in Arctic waters. This proposed industry aims to…

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