On June 8, Dr. Ríán Derrig, Assistant Professor at the World Maritime University-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute (WMU-GOI) will deliver a presentation at the public webinar "Deep-Sea Mining Under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act" hosted online, by the Environmental Law Institute (ELI), from 11:00 AM–12:45 PM Eastern Time (17:00–18:45 CEST).
This webinar will be exploring the legal and regulatory framework governing deep-sea mining in areas beyond national jurisdiction.
presentation at the webinar:
Deep-Sea Mining Under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act
As interest in deep-sea mineral resources continues to grow, questions surrounding governance, regulation, and environmental responsibility are becoming increasingly important. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the United States legal framework applicable to commercial mining activities in international waters, with a particular focus on the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA).
about the webinar
Participants will gain insight into:
- The history and development of DSHMRA;
- Legal requirements governing deep-sea mineral exploration and commercial recovery activities;
- Permitting and authorization processes;
- Opportunities for stakeholder engagement;
- Related U.S. federal legislation relevant to seabed mining activities in areas beyond national jurisdiction;
- International legal considerations, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS);
- Outstanding legal and governance questions related to mining rights, enforcement, and obligations of actors engaged in seabed mining activities.
The webinar will also include an audience question-and-answer session.
SPEAKER PANEL
REGISTRATION & DELIVERY
A recording of the webinar will be made publicly available following the event, typically within 3–5 business days. Individuals unable to attend live will be able to access the recording online without registering.
For questions regarding the event, please contact: events@eli.org
About the World Maritime University
The World Maritime University (WMU) in Malmö, Sweden is established within the framework of the International Maritime Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations. The mission of WMU is to be the world centre of excellence in postgraduate maritime and oceans education, professional training and research, while building global capacity and promoting sustainable development. WMU is an organization by and for the international maritime community and is committed to the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
About wmu-goi
The World Maritime University (WMU)-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute (GOI) is an independent focal point for the ocean science-policy-law-industry-society interface where policymakers, the scientific community, regulators, industry actors, academics, and representatives of civil society meet to discuss how best to manage and use ocean spaces and their resources in accordance with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Institute was inaugurated in May 2018 and made possible through generous support from The Nippon Foundation of Japan, the Governments of Sweden, Canada, and Germany, as well as the City of Malmö.