The use of cyanide in the ASGM sector continues to be an important topic as it is easy to access and can be affordable. However, using cyanidation of mercury-contaminated ASGM tailings constitutes a “worst-practice” as defined in the Minamata Convention. Explore the documents in this collection, which provide a range of information on the controversial topic.
Curated collections include some of the most useful and relevant resources on key ASGM topics, selected by the planetGOLD team. Click here to view all of the collections.
ASGM can have harmful effects on biodiversity. Learn about the special considerations for mining near protected areas and critical ecosystems.
Curated collections include some of the most useful and relevant resources on key ASGM topics, selected by the planetGOLD team. Click here to view all of the collections.
The planetGOLD programme works to make small-scale gold mining safer, cleaner, and more profitable from mine to market—by closing the financing gap, supporting formalization, and connecting miners with mercury-free technology and formal markets.
The 2023-2024 Annual Progress Report provides an overview of the progress made in these four key programmatic areas, and in other aspects of the programme including mainstreaming gender equality and outreach and communications. Available in English, French and Spanish, the report includes data from the national projects and the global coordination project.
Cette étude a donc été menée sur les sites de Guido et Divolè situés dans les communes de Réo, Dassa dans la région du Centre ouest et sur les sites de Tambipelsé, Nobsin, Koaragtenga et Absuya dans les communes de Méguet, Mogtédo et Zam dans la région du plateau central. Les résultats de cette étude nous ont permis de constater que les artisanes minières représentent environ 38,89% des artisans et les jeunes miniers 56,68% et les jeunes minières 43,32%.
This draft publication reviews key components of ASGM formalization, examines progress in the formalization of the sector in Tanzania and Ecuador, and draws some conclusions based on the case studies presented.
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