SPC-EU Deep Sea Minerals Project

Fiji Stakeholder Consultation Workshop proceedings (28th March 2012)
Participants list
Presentations

Overview of the SPC-EU EDF10 Deep Sea Minerals (DSM) Project - Mr Akuila Tawake (SPC)
Deep Sea Minerals and Mining in Pacific Islands Region - Mr Akuila Tawake (SPC)
Fiji Deep Sea Minerals Potential and related technical issues - Mr Loona Wong (Mineral Resources Dept - MRD)
KORDI’s DSM activities in the Pacific Islands region and proposed activities in Fiji - Mr Jang Wan Bang (KORDI)
Nautilus Minerals’ DSM activities in the Pacific Islands region and proposed activities in Fiji - Mr Mike Johnston (Nautilus Minerals)
Outcomes of the DSM Project Inaugural Workshop and the ISA-SPC Workshop - Ms Vira Atalifo (SPC)
The Regional Legislative and Regulatory Framework (RLRF) and Legislation to Regulate Deep Sea Mining - Ms Hannah Lily (SPC)
Policy and Legislation for Deep Sea Minerals and Mining in Fiji; policies, gaps, requirements and priorities - Mr Malakai Finau (MRD)

Under Pressure documentary examines the perspectives of different stakeholders involved with deep sea mineral resources in the Pacific.

Out of Darkness documentary focuses on environmental impacts of deep sea mining.

Breaking the Surface explores how PNG and Vanuatu are working with their communities to manage future opportunities and impacts associated with the deep sea mining industry.

Expert Q&A This underwater footage from Seafloor Massive Sulphide site features Professor Cindy Van Dover, a Deep-Ocean exploration expert who talks about the ecosystem below and the importance of knowing about deep sea mining impacts.

Legal Interns Video Former legal interns of the DSM Project took to the camera to share their experiences and the skills acquired during their internships with the Project.

DSM Governance Simpleshow explains how the Deep Sea Minerals Project supports Pacific Island countries in sustainably developing their seabed minerals resources.