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Norway votes for deep-sea mining

Graham Watson

9th January 2024

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This article looks at the controversial topic of deep-sea mining and the potential negative externalities that are associated with it.

Some scientists claim it will have an adverse effect upon marine life, but the Norwegian government see it as an essential part of encouraging a green transition in allowing for mining of lithium, scandium and cobalt in Norwegian waters.

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Graham Watson

Graham Watson has taught Economics for over twenty years. He contributes to tutor2u, reads voraciously and is interested in all aspects of Teaching and Learning.

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