Seabed Extractive Activities

Seabed extractive activities involve retrieving natural resources from the ocean floor, such as minerals, oil, and gas. These operations can include deep-sea mining, drilling platforms, and underwater excavation. They are conducted to supply materials used in manufacturing, energy production, and other industries. While essential for many modern technologies, these activities can impact marine ecosystems, disturb seabed habitats, and pose environmental risks. Careful regulation and sustainable practices are necessary to balance resource extraction with the protection of ocean health.