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Deep Ocean Exploration Urged Amid Climate Threats

5/13/2025

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Only a mere 0.001% of the deep ocean floor has been explored, despite it encompassing two-thirds of our planet. Most research has focused on coastal areas in the U.S., Japan, and New Zealand. Scientists urge for expanded exploration to safeguard this vital ecosystem, which faces increasing threats from climate change and resource exploitation.

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Only a mere 0.001% of the deep ocean floor has been explored, despite it encompassing two-thirds of our planet. Most research has focused on coastal areas in the U.S., Japan, and New Zealand. Scientists urge for expanded exploration to safeguard this vital ecosystem, which faces increasing threats from climate change and resource exploitation.