Ludovic Bernaudat

While both large-scale gold mining and artisanal and small-scale gold mining seek the same element, they differ in many aspects. This has often led to misunderstanding and sometimes outright conflict. However, fostering a better relationship between the two would be largely beneficial to all.

Introducing the new planetGOLD programme website—your destination for details about the work we are carrying out around the world with funding from the Global Environment Facility to showcase the opportunity for developing responsible, mercury-free gold. On this website you will find details about each of our projects and how they are helping to make artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) safer for human health and the environment. You will also find an ever-growing repository of resources and information showcasing experiences, knowledge gained, and materials produced by the global