It's what's inside that counts
Why Nodules?
As the world transitions towards cleaner energy and advanced technologies, demand for critical battery metals will increase significantly and polymetallic nodules stand at the forefront of bridging the potential critical mineral supply to enable the energy transition away from fossil fuels and other technological advances. By exploring these resources and their potential, we are paving the way to a sustainable future.
It's what's inside that counts
Manganese
Essential for steel production and battery technology, manganese is a critical component in the manufacturing of wind turbines and electric vehicles. 
Nickel
Widely used in stainless steel and rechargeable battery production, nickel is pivotal in supporting the growing demand for electric transportation and energy storage.
Cobalt
Integral to electronics and energy-efficient technologies, cobalt plays a crucial role in the development of batteries and high-performance alloys.
Copper
A key conductor of electricity and heat, copper is indispensable in renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and telecommunications.
Rare Earth Elements
Rare Earth Elements play a crucial role in modern technology and various industries due to their unique properties, such as in electronics and telecommunications, strong permanent magnets (EVs and wind turbines etc.), defence, aerospace, medical, lighting, glass and ceramics.
Titanium
Used in a wide range of applications, making it an essential material in various industries such as defence and aerospace, medical implants, coatings, industrial and marine uses.
Environmental Significance
Polymetallic nodules would potentially offer a more sustainable alternative to terrestrial mining. By dramatically reducing Greenhouse gas emissions, freshwater eutrophication, terrestrial acidification, avoiding waste and tailings, deforestation, habitat destruction, water usage and pollution, polymetallic nodules could help satisfy the global demand for critical minerals with a significantly reduced environmental impact compared to all known terrestrial sources.
Benefits for the Cook Islands and the World
Our operations in the Cook Islands Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) are currently focused on scientific research and developing a better understanding of the deep ocean environment where polymetallic nodules are found. Based on the extensive research, publications and knowledge base that will be developed in conjunction with independent academic and research institutions from around the world, Cook Islanders will be able to make the decision about whether to move forward with harvesting their mineral resources. If the industry proceeds, it will foster economic growth, create job opportunities, and provide funding for the Government to invest in infrastructure, social, educational and medical initiatives. This can be done while addressing climate change with a broader global vision of prosperity and sustainability.