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The concept of deep seabed mining has been around for decades, but our growing demand for renewable energy is making this far fetched idea... a reality. Renewable energy resources are perceived to be the solution to the world’s climate change problem. But, their production requires a lot of rare minerals which often come from questionable sources. What do we have to gain and lose from Mining the Deep?Guests: Dr David Santillo, Greenpeace Dr William Brazelton, University of UtahDr Julia Sigwart, Queen’s University, BelfastDr Chong Chen, Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology Matthew Gianni, Deep Sea Conservation Coalition Credits:Producer and Host: Marcy Trent Long Producer: Sam ColombieSound Engineer: Chris WoodINTRO/OUTRO Music: Alex MauboussinTeaching Guide for Educators here