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май 14, 2026
Source of Life
The oceans are one of the conditions for human existence, says scientist Leticia Reis de Carvalho
TL;DR
- Oceans cover over 70% of Earth, regulating climate, providing biodiversity, and producing over half of the oxygen we breathe.
- Over 3 billion people rely on oceans for protein sources.
- The UN Convention on the Law of the Sea mandates environmental protection and requires environmental impact assessments for any future mineral exploration.
- The International Seabed Authority (ISA) works to establish regulations for the shared exploration of ocean resources, ensuring they are governed for the benefit of all.
- Plastic pollution in the deep sea is a significant concern, with ongoing research and initiatives to gather scientific evidence and inform policy.
- The ISA facilitates scientific research, managing a global database (DeepData) with extensive oceanographic and biological records.
- Multilateralism and adherence to international mandates are crucial for preventing disordered resource races and ensuring the protection of marine environments.
- The ISA's role is to build rules, protect the marine environment, and ensure that ocean resources are treated as a common heritage of humankind.