Nation Deep-sea mining could help fuel renewable energy. Here’s why it’s been put on hold. August 2, 2023August 2, 2023Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAYComments Off on Deep-sea mining could help fuel renewable energy. Here’s why it’s been put on hold. Industrial-scale deep-sea mining for metals and minerals is on hold for at least a year after clashes at International Seabed Authority meeting.