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  low runoff to rivers and lakes
much reduced carbon footprint
Very low cadmium
Improved soil health
Local supply of strategic resource
Ethical source of strategic resource
High value knowledge-based jobs
$33M per year in taxes and royalties
Kiwi leadership in marine technology
Support identification of conservation priorities
NZ$6 billion resource
Gross annual revenue of NZ$250 million