The BDI (Federation of German Industries) report titled “Extracting Raw Materials in the Deep Sea: Taking Responsibility, Seizing Opportunities“ explores the strategic and environmental dimensions of deep-sea mining. It argues that responsibly tapping into deep-sea resources is essential for securing access to critical raw materials vital for the green and digital transitions. The paper emphasizes the need for international cooperation, robust regulatory frameworks, environmental protection, and technological innovation to ensure that deep-sea resource extraction aligns with sustainability goals while strengthening economic resilience and supply chain security.
Read the report here.
