Dutch Continental Shelf

The Dutch Continental Shelf is the underwater area extending from the coast of the Netherlands into the North Sea, where the country has rights to explore and extract natural resources, such as oil, natural gas, and minerals. It is part of the larger continental shelf, which is a shallow extension of the mainland's seabed. This zone is important for energy production and economic activities. The Netherlands, as a sovereign state, manages and regulates activities within this area to ensure sustainable use and prevent environmental harm.