#41: Norway Hits Pause and Research Keeps Moving: Anette Tvedt on Processing, Politics, Problem Solving and Potential Futures

In this episode, Anette Brock-Mathisen-Tvedt, CEO of Adept Minerals, discusses Norway’s decision to pause deep-sea mining licensing and the political debate surrounding seabed mineral development. She shares how her company approaches exploration, technology development, and building a responsible value chain, while navigating regulatory uncertainty and shifting industry dynamics. The conversation also explores how environmental concerns, resource demand, and policy decisions are shaping the future of deep-sea mining.

The discussion also touches on lessons from the EMINENT Project, advancements in exploration and processing technologies, and how companies are adapting by looking beyond Norway to international opportunities. Anette reflects on the broader trade-offs involved in deep-sea mining, including supply chain security, environmental responsibility, and economic viability, and what these factors may mean for the future of seabed mineral development.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro & CEO Background00:02:18 – What ADEPT Actually Does00:03:36 – The Eminent Project Explained00:06:40 – Norway Policy Setback00:08:30 – How Exploration Really Works00:12:20 – Political & Public Pushback00:14:50 – Industry Challenges & PR Battle00:17:00 – Debate vs Real Solutions00:24:20 – Going Global00:30:10 – Ethics & Trade-offs00:35:00 – Future of Processing

Resources Mentioned

* EMINENT Project: https://www.eminent-project.com

* EMINENT News & Publications: https://www.eminent-project.com/news

* Adepth Minerals: https://adepthminerals.com

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