CRITICAL MINERALS: A GROWING PROBLEM

Mining plays a vital role in civilization. ‘If it’s not grown it’s mined.’ A growing population, urbanization, defense, AI data centers and the energy transition all demand massive amounts of metals. Responsible seabed collection will drive a truly fair transition to circularity.

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Watch the Eureka II robot being tested in the deep ocean.

Navigating the Hidden World of Cultural Significance in the Deep Ocean

Date/time: Friday, February 20, 2026,
8 am PST (11 am EST)

Travis McLing, Chief Geologist and Directorate Fellow, Idaho National Laboratory

Dr. Matthew Piscitelli, Program & Marketing Manager, SEARCH