… Recommendations for the Guidance of the Contractors for the Assessment of Possible Environmental Impacts Arising from Exploration for Marine Minerals in the Area  " … importance. For exploration projects, they set the standards for the assessment of environmental effects. Recommendations are not legally binding, but they …

… regulatory decisions, i.e. matters that in principle do not require secrecy, or environmental issues are discussed and prepared. Furthermore, recommendations of the … regulatory decisions, i.e. matters that in principle do not require secrecy, or environmental issues are discussed and prepared. Furthermore, recommendations of the …

… all states ("benefit sharing"). Since the adoption of UNCLOS in 1982, international environmental law has developed significantly. The international community has … The polluter pays principle calls on the polluter to bear the costs of restoring environmental impairment. The ISA Signatories have repeatedly declared their … all states ("benefit sharing"). Since the adoption of UNCLOS in 1982, international environmental law has developed significantly. The international community has …