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In this episode, we meet with Kiana Michaan. Kiana is a renewable energy professional, clean energy advocate, and climate justice organizer. Kiana previously worked at Sologistics where she provided permitting, utility interconnection, and project management for hundreds of solar projects across New York City. She worked with Black Girl Environmentalist on community building and with Our Climate Voices on climate justice storytelling. Kiana has worked with WE ACT for Environmental Justice on equitable solar development. She was a 2022 fellow with the Clean Energy Leadership Institute. Kiana served as a member of the advisory panel for the non-profit Diversity in Sustainability and currently serves as a board member at Eco.Logic, a non-profit dedicated to environmental education and community building. She is currently producing and hosting a climate & energy justice focused podcast, called Climate with Kiana.
-We learn about the historical inequities in energy access
-We explore the need for financing structures in clean energy
-We learn about ethical concerns of mining for minerals used for renewable energy
Follow and connect with Kiana:Instagram: @kikisgrooveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiana-michaan
Check out Kiana’s Podcast - Climate with Kiana - https://open.spotify.com/show/2q5A05T45dz4vctflPrR6X?si=lYDpnpoyTlWRYxc2x9y0xw
Check out YPE - Young Professionals in Energy and their mentorship program:https://ypenergy.org/new-york-city/
Check out CELI - Clean Energy Leadership Institute: https://www.cleanenergyleaders.org/
Kiana’s book recommendations:
The Grid: The Fraying Wires Between Americans and Our Energy Future by Gretchen Bakke
Revolutionary Power: An Activist's Guide to the Energy Transition by Shalanda Baker
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In this episode, we meet with Jeremy Raguain. Jeremy is a Seychellois conservationist who holds a Bachelor of Social Science in International Relations and Environmental Geographical Sciences and Bachelor of Social Science in International Relations (Honors) from the University of Cape Town, a Diploma in Environmental Management from the Technical University of Dresden. He is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University. Jeremy is also an alumnus of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) Fellowship and simultaneously served as the Seychelles Permanent Mission to the United Nations Climate Change and Ocean Advisor throughout 2022 participating in climate change and high seas negotiations. Before negotiating international environmental law on behalf of Seychelles, small island developing and African states, Jeremy worked with the Seychelles Islands Foundation for over five years coordinating the foundation’s projects - such as the Aldabra Clean-Up Project - and communications while contributing to national policy focused on climate change, biodiversity and ocean conservation, as well as environmental impact assessment. Jeremy is also a youth activist volunteering his time to the representation of young people - especially those from islands, Africa and Global South - in environmental and sustainability issues.
-We learn about the unique identity and cultural heritage of SIDS
-We explore the vulnerabilities faced by SIDS
-We learn about SIDS treaties and initiatives
Follow and connect with Jeremy:Instagram: @turtlecommuter
Check out AOSIS and their opportunities:https://www.aosis.org/
An important UN article to check out about SIDS: https://www.un.org/ohrlls/content/about-small-island-developing-states
Check out this document connecting climate change and SIDS: https://unfccc.int/resource/docs/publications/cc_sids.pdf
A podcast episode to check out:Small Islands, Big Picture: Why do small islands matter? https://open.spotify.com/episode/361tFdYc0qSQNYWeMNb1Rl?si=gASp_fguT4aexD6B0z_cqA
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In this episode, we meet with Daphany Rose Sanchez. Daphany is an experienced community organizer and an expert in climate and housing. Born and raised in New York City public housing, Daphany witnessed and lived through the intersections of housing discrimination, climate divestment, and economic injustice. Her experience moved Daphany to fight for climate resiliency in the communities she grew up in, organizing neighborhoods across every borough in the city while working alongside renewable energy companies to provide people with the tools they need to reduce their energy bills and keep their homes protected from natural disasters. She graduated from NYU Tandon School of Engineering and holds a Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Sustainability Management from the New School.
-We learn about Daphany’s story in public housing
-We learn about addressing energy justice in energy insecure communities
-We learn about the policy and organizing to achieve energy justice
Follow and connect with Daphany on socials:Instagram: @daph_nyc_X: @Daph_NYC_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphanysanchez/
Check out KC3 and what they do:https://kc3.nyc/what-we-do
An important article to check out:https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/news/survey-reveals-extent-energy-insecurity-new-york-city#:~:text=More%20than%20one%20in%20four,in%20debt%20for%20energy%20costs.
Learn about how eligible households can receive energy services:https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/energy-assistance.page
A podcast episode to check out:Just Energy: Energy poverty and energy insecurity with Destenie Nock https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Jpo6qwYZwUtrHgYr6DGmZ?si=WooP0oYXRj-ZPDXscih2wg
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In this episode, we meet Bodhi Patil. Bodhi Patil is a UN-recognized, award-winning GenZ ocean-climate “Solutionist” dedicated to improving the interconnectedness between ocean health and human health. He is the Founder & CEO of Inner Light, empowering a generation to build resilience from the inside out for people and planetary wellbeing. He is co-creator/cofounder of Ocean Uprise and SeaDragon Studios and advises several love-based climate organizations on a mission to protect our blue planet. He has been featured by the United Nations, Forbes, Economist Impact, Wildlife Conservation Society, Oceanic Global, and has presented to world leaders at over 10 global climate conferences. Connect with him and learn more about his mission here.
We learn about the Tom’s of Maine Incubator Program and how to apply!We learn about Bodhi's love and passion for the oceanWe learn about why the ocean is so important for life in all formsFollow and connect with Bodhi on socials:Instagram: @bodhi_patilTwitter: @bodhi_patilLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bodhipatil/
Apply to the Tom's of Maine Incubator Program! https://www.tomsofmaine.com/incubator
Check out Bodhi's amazing website:https://www.innerlight.tv/
Organizations Bodhi mentioned to check out:
Ocean Uprise https://oceanuprise.com/Sustainable Ocean Alliance https://www.soalliance.org/Earth Echo https://www.earthecho.org/
Bodhi’s book recommendation:
Blue Mind - Dr. Wallace J. Nichols
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In this episode we meet with Jaegi Lissade. Jaegi is the Partnership Coordinator of Reclypt. Jaegi is passionate about circular fashion and reducing fashion waste. She first began attending Recylpt events during Climate Week in 2022 and over the past year has evolved from participant to ambassador to now being a member of the Reclypt team! She is currently a student at Queens College studying Economics and Environmental Studies with plans to work in sustainable finance. Bearing this in mind she was wary of developing her sustainability experience in the financial sector and instead has entrenched herself in community based initiatives to develop a strong foundation of intersectional environmental justice.
We learn about circular fashion and why it’s so important We learn about the harm of microtrends and fast fashion We learn about the power of community learning and workshops
Follow and connect with Jaegi on socials:Instagram: @thisisjaegiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaegilissade/
Follow Reclypt on Instagram and check out their website:@reclypthttps://www.reclypt.com
An informative article about the fashion industry to check out: https://www.nrdc.org/stories/new-york-exposing-fashion-industry-what-it-climate-nightmare
Remake is a global advocacy organization fighting for fair pay and climate justice in the clothing industry. Check them out:https://remake.world/
Check out the Fashion Act and their fight against the harmful sides of the fashion industry:https://www.thefashionact.org/
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In this episode, we meet with Angely - a climate and environmental journalist from NYC. Her work is featured in national and city publications including The New York Times, The Nation, Rolling Stone, Vogue, The Guardian, and more. She focuses on primarily environmental science, environmental justice, social media, and culture. Her fact-checking work is featured in various publications like The Nation, Rest of World, Mother Jones, and Gimlet among others.
We learn about the power of social media and fact checkingWe learn about the challenges of the journalism industry We learn about how you shouldn’t let your job define youFollow and connect with Angely on socials:Instagram: @angely_mercadoTwitter: @angelymercadoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelymercado/
Check out Angely’s posts on Gizmodo: https://gizmodo.com/author/angelymercado
Check out Angely’s profile on Muck Rack:https://muckrack.com/angely-mercado
Check out a very important recent article written by Angely: https://gizmodo.com/hurricane-idalia-makes-landfall-in-florida-lost-power-1850786952
Check out some of the best environmental journalism stories of 2022:https://unearthed.greenpeace.org/2022/12/23/best-environmental-journalism-2022/
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In this episode, we meet with Chris Desai - a world renown entrepreneur and philanthropist from humble beginnings who has made considerable contributions to the benefit and protection of this planet with the organic luxury fashion brand Vayyu, the registered charity The Vayyu Foundation and its two global projects. In this podcast episode we are focusing on UOCEAN 2050, which is a pioneering, practical, and non-profit charitable initiative of The Vayyu Foundation based in the United Kingdom with a global reach. Their primary mission is to combat river and ocean plastics and restore marine ecosystems working with minority and stigmatized communities.
We learn about Chris’s love and passion for the oceanWe learn about realizing the effects of fast fashion on the planet We learn about entrepreneurship to change the fashion industry and the birth of successful companiesFollow and connect with Chris and his companies on socials:Instagram: @uoceanproject @vayyuTwitter: @uoceanproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdesai/?originalSubdomain=uk
Check out the UOcean page, and see if there are places near you where you can volunteer! https://uocean.org/volunteer
Here is a great article to check out with small ways to help our oceans:https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/ocean/help-our-ocean.html
Another great resource to work on cutting back on the plastics you use: https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/act-for-the-ocean/plastic-pollution/what-you-can-do#:~:text=Cut%20back%20on%20single%2Duse%20plastic&text=Over%20time%2C%20these%20simple%20swaps,single%2Duse%20plastic%20sandwich%20bags.Here are additional organizations and charities to check out! https://www.americanoceans.org/blog/best-ocean-clean-up-charities/
Here’s another podcast episode to check out:
How To Protect The Ocean: Speak Up For Blue: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mE8fDuPv6OiTZ64EfIob9
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In this episode, we meet with Aiyana Bodi - a senior associate at Project Drawdown. Aiyana works with corporate partners and their employees to scale climate solutions in more meaningful and impactful ways in the workplace.
We learn about influencing companies towards a sustainable shift We learn about how companies actually take action to make changeWe learn about employee activation for equitable solutions in the workplaceFollow and connect with Aiyana on socials:Instagram: @aiyanabTwitter: @aiyanabodiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aiyana-bodi-96871383
Check out and support Project Drawdown:https://drawdown.org/
Check out Aiyanas page on the Project Drawdown site:https://drawdown.org/staff/aiyana-bodi
Learn more about the work Project Drawdown is doing by Earth.org:https://earth.org/project-drawdown/
A helpful article to check out: https://business.nextdoor.com/en-us/small-business/resources/blog/9-ways-to-make-your-business-more-eco-friendly
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In this episode, we meet with Kayalin Akens-Irby - the head of growth at Planet FWD, the leading carbon management platform for consumer brands to tackle climate change. Kayalin is an impact-oriented woman who cares about trying to build a better future for everyone.
We learn about using climate tech to fight the climate crisisWe learn about the lack of diversity in the climate tech spaceWe learn about discovering your worth in tough professional spacesFollow and connect with Kayalin on socials:Instagram: @kayasoleiaTwitter: @kayalinsoleiaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayalinakensirby?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F
Check out and support Planet FWD:https://www.planetfwd.com/about
Some awesome resources to check out for folks in the climate space:
Elemental: https://elementalexcelerator.com/
Emerson Collective: https://www.emersoncollective.com/
Earthshot: https://earthshotprize.org/how-the-earthshot-prize-works/
Google for startups: https://startup.google.com/programs/black-founders-fund/united-states/
Another podcast episode to check out:
Climate Tech Circle: Matt Myershttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1vIbEuujCS4D8HYxkSWIMO?si=6f2ec702845442bb
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In this episode, we meet with Xavier Cortada - one of Miami’s pioneer eco-artists. He works across various mediums of art to generate awareness and action around climate change, sea level rise, and biodiversity loss. Xavier is also a Professor of Practice at the University of Miami Department of Art and Art History, and Artist-in-Residence at Pinecrest Gardens, where his studio, gallery, and socially engaged art practice are based.
We learn about how Xaviers background and upbringing influenced his art We learn about art as a medium for connecting one another We learn about the power of art, mentorship, and communityFollow and connect with Xavier on socials: Instagram: @xcortada Twitter: @xcortadaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortadaCheck out the Xavier Cortada Foundation https://cortada.com/foundation/Check out Xavier’s page on the University of Miami site:https://people.miami.edu/profile/e5e2e098bf7b41edc54940fb92d9d3c6Watch Xavier’s powerful TED talk:A creative approach to community climate action:https://www.ted.com/talks/xavier_cortada_a_creative_approach_to_community_climate_action?language=enRead this helpful article on how to be a more eco-conscious artist:Going Green: Environmentally Friendly Practices for Artists:https://agifineart.com/advice/going-green-environmentally-friendly-practices-for-artists/
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In this episode, we meet with Alexia Leclercq - a grassroots organizer, scholar, and artist. Alexia is the co-founder of the Colorado River Conservancy under PODER and a political education non-profit named Start: Empowerment. They have led various environmental justice campaigns from passing national climate and chemical reform legislation and fighting for clean water, to addressing aggregate mining pollution, relocating toxic tank farms, and organizing mutual aid.
We learn about how to mobilize in your communityWe learn about the water injustices happening in Texas We learn about the history of community organizingFollow and connect with Alexia on socials:Instagram: @alexia.leclercqTwitter: @eeealexiaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexia-leclercq
Check out and support the organizations Alexia is a part of:
PODER: https://www.poderaustin.org/
Start: Empowerment: https://www.start-empowerment.org/
Colorado River Conservancy: https://www.austincoloradoriver.org/
Read an article written by Alexia in Dec. 2022:“How Asian-Pacific Islanders Shaped Environmental Activism”:
https://atmos.earth/asian-pacific-islanders-climate-activism/
Check out the Youth Empowerment in Climate Action Platform:https://www.yecap-ap.org/about
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In this episode, we meet with McKenna Dunbar - who is currently a Building Electrification Lead at Sierra Club. McKenna is renowned for their unwavering commitment to environmental justice and equitable clean energy transitions.
We learn about their research project turned into a passionWe learn about navigating in a mainly white dominated spaceWe learn about the power of environmental justice and communityFollow and connect with McKenna on socials:Instagram: @mckennadunbar Twitter: @mocokonoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/electrification/
Check out and donate to the Sierra Club:https://act.sierraclub.org/donate/rc_connect__campaign_designform?id=7010Z0000027LIjQAM&formcampaignid=70131000001LjZ2AAK&ddi=N18MOTF008&_gl=11crrv9f_gaMTcwMzIyMTAxOC4xNjg2NTg1MTIw_ga_41DQ5KQCWV*MTY4OTYwNDY0MS4yLjAuMTY4OTYwNDY0NC4wLjAuMA
Check out Seventh Generations Climate Justice & Equity page: https://www.seventhgeneration.com/climate-justice
Check out OhmConnect, a company that helps you save energy and save money! https://www.ohmconnect.com/
Read this article about the importance of clean electric energy: https://www.fortum.com/newsroom/cleaner-world/electrification-biggest-climate-action#:~:text=Fossil%20fuels%20must%20be%20phased,consumed%20in%20new%2C%20sustainable%20ways.
Another podcast episode to check out:
The Electrification of Everything Sky to Sea by a16z Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KGzbcqxiiwLdxZbr7JX3i?si=92d14f17416d4875
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In this episode, we meet with Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks, the President and CEO of ECOS. ECOS produces plant-powered detergents and cleaners that are safer for the people, pets, and our planet!
We learn about the history and creation of ECOS We learn about the toxins in our cleaning products and the negative affects it causes We learn how a company like ECOS was able to get to the trifecta of carbon neutrality, water neutrality, and TRUE Platinum Zero Waste certificationFollow and connect with Kelly and ECOS on Instagram:@kellyfromecos @ecosclean
Check out the ECOS site to get their products and learn more:https://www.ecos.com/
Check out the Environmental Working Group with resources on how to make healthier choices: https://www.ewg.org/who-we-are
Article to check out about the switch to natural cleaning products:https://www.bondcleaninginadelaide.com.au/9-reasons-to-make-the-switch-to-natural-cleaning-products/
Another podcast episode to check out:
How to Start Switching to Clean Products:https://open.spotify.com/episode/7bNIdOy6sV43YIfBN3j2bV?si=WvQUl-rjRH6h8bnkIyMAwA
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In this episode, we meet with Johanna Schmidt - a sustainability researcher in the Impact & Economics department at Triodos, a mission-driven bank and impact investment manager in the Netherlands.
We learn why banks don’t support Deep-Sea MiningWe learn why Deep-Sea Mining is a business riskWe learn Deep-Sea Mining and it’s environmental risks are minimally researchedStay updated and involved with The International Union for Conservation of Nature:https://www.iucn.org/
Check out Triodos Bank:https://www.triodos.co.uk/
Article about Environmentalists warning Investors of Deep-Sea Mining Risk read:https://ejfoundation.org/news-media/environmentalists-warn-investors-of-deep-sea-mining-risk
Read A Manifesto For Our Ocean:https://ejfoundation.org/resources/downloads/EJF-Ocean-Manifesto-2023.pdf
Check out the UN High Seas Treaty:https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/06/1137857
Another podcast episode to check out:
Promise and Peril at the Bottom of the Sea:https://open.spotify.com/episode/3WoAQfN1Q2AKLxrNyodFi5?si=8-mGxfj7Q4KUUoETguYpWA
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In this episode, we meet with Pelenatita Kara who is the Program Manager of the Civil Society Forum of Tonga and has been working as an advocate against deep sea mining since 2012.
We learn about what deep sea mining really is and how it is performed.We learn that it can take decades for experts to understand the nature of deep sea marine life and the ramifications of mining it, since there is limited research. We learn about how deep seabed mining can start as soon as July 2023, once the legality of it is determined by the International Seabed Authority, the United Nations, and stakeholders.
Follow and connect with Tita:LinkedIn @ Pelenatita Petelo Kara
Check out and join the Civil Society of Tonga Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/CivilSocietyForumTonga?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Check out the website and sign the petition:https://csft.to/
Find out more about the calls for a moratorium on deep sea mining: https://www.seabedminingsciencestatement.org/
Another podcast episode to check out:
How to Save a Planet: Should We Mine the Deep-Sea? https://open.spotify.com/episode/50uusaWIsZZdO2LhjSUhON?si=O6oZHVoDQqSbdX-Gu0GHZg
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In this episode, we meet with Jeremy Orr - a skilled senior-level attorney and manager with a demonstrated history in law, policy advocacy, and nonprofit leadership. He is highly experienced in the areas of social justice, civil rights, and environmental justice.
We learn how Jeremy started his journey in the climate litigation space as a community organizerWe learn about some environmental victories you might not have heard aboutWe learn how to educate ourselves and get involved in our community to spark changeFollow and connect with Jeremy:Twitter @jeremyforr LinkedIn @Jeremyforr
Keep up to date with Earthjustice at @earthjustice on Instagram.https://earthjustice.org/
Stay informed and do your research, here's a great resource:https://www.clientearth.org/
Find and contact local elected officials:https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials
A book to check out:Toxic Communities: Environmental Racism, Industrial Pollution, and Residential Mobility by Dorceta Taylor
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In this episode, we meet with Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel. They are a passionate advocate for their indigenous relatives and communities, fighting for justice and visibility. In this podcast we learn about the birth of Rising Hearts and how Jordan began mobilizing in their community. We learn about the reality of Indigenous representation and stereotypes people still believe in. We learn and talk about the murdered and missing Indigenous women and how the system is largely failing them.
Donate to https://mmiwusa.org/Follow @nativein_la on InstagramFollow @rising_hearts on Instagram
Article to read: https://indiancountrytoday.com/archive/then-and-now-7-amazing-two-spirit-lgbtq-natives-you-should-know-H_k1WKlGp0eXTziaGvprRA
Book to read: From a Native Daughter (Colonialism & Sovereignty in Hawai’i) by Haunani-Kay Trask
Podcast to listen to:https://www.redjusticepodcast.com/
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In this episode, we meet with Selassie Atadika - a Ghanaian chef, educator and food systems advocate. After over a decade working at the United Nations working in the humanitarian sector, Selassie completed a crash course at the Culinary Institute of America. It was then when her company, Midunu, a nomadic and private dining experience highlighting ‘New African Cuisine’ was born. This episode dives into food as a medium for storytelling, and the beauty of community surrounding food. We learn how we can focus on developing flavor in plant-forward dishes and learning about how in traditional dishes, animal protein was not necessary and limited. A lot of communities of color have been eating plant-forward for time immemorial. We can learn to focus on what to avoid instead of what to take out of our diets, to live and cook in abundance, and be open to trying new ingredients and foods.
You can follow Selassie on Instagram at @satadikaBe sure to also check out @midunuchocolates -
use the promo code browngirlgreen10 for 10% off your order on the website: us.midunuchocolates.com
Learn more about the benefits of a Plant-Based Diet here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9024616/
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In this episode, we meet with Emira Woods - the newest head of Green Leadership Trust - an organization working to tackle the lack of inclusion of BIPOC on climate/ environmental organizational boards. They are the first cross-organizational effort focused on building power and diversity in any advocacy sector. They are guided first and foremost by their responsibility as fiduciaries of the organizations we represent.
Learn more and support the GLT here: https://www.greenleadershiptrust.org/
Follow Green Leadership Trust on Twitter!
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Deep Sea Bed Mining Interview with the folks at Sustainable Ocean Alliance and featuring Marine Expert, Diva Amon. This episode dives into the political, social, and moral implications behind "deep sea bed mining," an emerging industrial field that involves extracting submerged minerals and deposits from the sea floor. To date, mining for sand, tin, and diamonds has been generally limited to shallow coastal waters - but now industries are starting to explore what could lie in the deep sea. Scientists are very concerned, however, about the implications of mining a part of the planet that hasn't been meaningfully explored in depth, and what this could mean for the future of the planet.
To learn more about what deep sea bed mining is and how to take action, learn more from the Sustainable Ocean Alliance
https://www.soalliance.org/campaign-against-deep-seabed-mining
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