Brazilian marine scientist to lead International Seabed Authority #

The International Seabed Authority (ISA) has elected Leticia Carvalho as its new leader, making her the first woman, oceanographer, and person of Latin American heritage to hold the position. The ISA regulates deep-sea mining and is responsible for the conservation and exploitation of a significant portion of the world’s oceans. Carvalho’s appointment comes amidst ongoing debates about the future of deep-sea mining and the impact on the marine environment. Carvalho aims to focus on developing a mining code to regulate extraction and ensure environmental protection.