22 September 2025 • 2 minute read

Uncharted Waters: Navigating Deep-Sea Mining in a Changing Climate

Monday, September 22

We hosted "Uncharted Waters: Navigating Deep-Sea Mining in a Changing Climate," a thought-provoking panel exploring the legal and ESG risks of deep-sea mining. As global demand for critical minerals intensifies, our panel of industry leaders will unpack the regulatory uncertainties, environmental challenges, and financial implications shaping this emerging frontier. We discussed how shifting legal frameworks and climate concerns are redefining the path forward for investors, developers, and policymakers.

Session highlights:

Regulatory ambiguity and ESG risk: how gaps in international law and slow regulatory development complicate environmental stewardship and investor confidence
Litigation and liability exposure: emerging legal theories and jurisdictional hurdles that could shape future claims – even in the absence of precedent
Financial and disclosure challenges: the implications of uncertain standards on ESG due diligence, insurance coverage, and access to capital

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Questions?
Email Kimberly Risso for more information.