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Later in July 2024, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) will hold its Council and Assembly meetings in Kingston, Jamaica. During the last meeting in March, allies of the deep-sea mining (DSM) industry unsuccessfully tried to prevent Greenpeace from attending future meetings. Now, they are preparing to push for approval of deep-sea mining. But we will not stand idly by – we need your help to stop them!
The deep sea is home to mysterious creatures, many of which are very little known. If deep-sea mining is allowed, countless species, including those not yet discovered, could disappear forever.
Take the example of the ghost octopus. This enchanting creature was only discovered in 2016. One of the few things known about this incredible creature is that it needs manganese nodules – the very ones that the mining industry wants to exploit – to lay its eggs.
We invite all Greenpeace volunteers, supporters, and ocean lovers to join us in creating a powerful symbol of resistance. This is a fun activity for kids of all ages! Let’s paint octopuses on pebbles, stones, or rocks to create a garden of ghost octopuses. This artwork will pay tribute to the incredible life forms that could be wiped out by deep-sea mining.
Here’s what you can do:
- Paint in honor of the deep sea: Gather pebbles, stones, or rocks and eco-friendly paint. Paint octopuses on them as shown in the video below. You can be as creative and colorful as you wish!
- Create Your Octopus Garden: Place your octopus-painted pebbles in a prominent location – your garden, a public park, or a community center. Share photos on your social media with the hashtag #StopDeepSeaMining, tagging Greenpeace Quebec and including the link to the petition: https://act.gp/3xHEXvZ.
Spread the Word: Inform your friends and family about the threats posed by deep-sea mining and encourage them to join you.
Sign and Share the Petition: You will receive updates on the next steps of the campaign, especially regarding the outcomes of the ISA meetings and other ways to contribute to ocean protection.
Source: GreenPeace
