Question: Given how little we know about deep sea ecosystems, how should we weigh the demand for critical minerals for "green" energy technology against the potential ecological damage to largely unexplored deep sea ecosystems? Is the current international governance system equipped to protect deep sea environments while managing resource extraction, or do we need fundamental changes to our approach and political economy?
Extra question for all: Name one particular moment from each documentary that struck you.
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