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Community-driven Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining Remediation Planning in Peru
Pure Earth English
The project report showcases the remediation and ecological restoration approach and methodology conducted in Madre de Dios region in Peru. Focus is placed on developing community-based remediation plans.
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Artisanal and Small-scale Mining in Protected areas and critical Ecosystems Programme (ASM-PACE): A Global Solutions Study
WWF and Estelle Levin, Ltd English
The report summarizes the selected ASM in protected areas, reviews the policy responses to ASM occurring protected preas, and offer an initial set of recommendations.
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Forest-Smart mining: A low-carbon future must protect the world’s forests
Wold Bank English
Minerals and forests are both critical to a sustainable future. However, mining could affect as much as one third of the world’s remaining forests. The World Bank has adopted a forest-smart mining approach to ensure the best possible outcomes for forests and people who depend on them.
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Small-scale & artisanal mining impacts on biodiversity in Latin America
USAID English
The report presents an overview of the impacts of ASM on biodiversity in the LAC countries and reviews strategies to address the issue.
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Ecological Restoration of Gold Mining Concession, Madre de Dios, Peru
Pure Earth English
Ecological restoration of areas degraded by mining in Madre de Dios, Peru. This project was implemented by Pure Earth, in partnership with CINCIA (Centro de Innovación Científica Amazónica), the Ministry of Environment of Peru (MINAM), and local governments, with funding from the US Department of State.
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Handbook: Developing National ASGM Formalization Strategies within National Action Plans
UNEP, UNITAR English
This document aims to assist countries to develop artisanal and small-scale gold mining formalization strategies as part of their National Action Plans under the Minamata Convention on Mercury.
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