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In recent years, small-scale mining (SSM) has gained increasing prominence in policy discussions relating to the development of the European mining industry. ... The environmental and socio-economic impacts of mining on local livelihoods in Tanzania: A case study of Geita District. Journal of Cleaner Production 14 (3–4):405–14. doi:10.1016 ...
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Market Insights and Economic Impact. Understanding market dynamics is crucial for small-scale miners to maximize their economic potential. Mineral Pricing and Market Trends. As of 2024, the following pricing trends are observed for …
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This article seeks to illuminate the multifaceted economic impact of small-scale mining, examining its contributions to livelihoods, local markets, and community development, as well as the challenges it faces in formalization and sustainability.
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According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the mining industry contributes to nearly 50% of global greenhouse gas emissions and 80% of biodiversity loss.Additionally, reports from the International Labour Organization (ILO) indicate that over one million people are directly employed in large-scale mining, with millions more engaged in …
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Socio-Economic Effects of Small Scale Mining on Mining . Communities. 4.4.1. Employment. Small Scale Mining sector is said to provide employment to several people in. developing countries.
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Global Examples of Formalized Small-Scale Mining Small-scale mining is not a new concept; it has been in existence for centuries and continues to this day, especially in the Global South. Most small-scale mining today could be described as "artisanal", a term …
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Socio-economic Impact of Small-scale Mining in Ghana 5 Employment 5 Production from Small-scale Mining and Revenues Accrued 7 The Precious Minerals Marketing Corporation (PMMC) 8 ... Environmental Impact of Small-Scale Mining in Ghana 15 Land Use Disputes Between Large- and Small-scale Miners 18 Regulatory Framework for Small-scale Mining in ...
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Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) activities have contributed, in most cases, to the rural development of some African countries. Practically, these activities have influenced the ...
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This article examines both the positive and negative socio-economic impacts of small-scale mining in developing countries, and outlines some key measures for improving sustainability in the sector. It is important to clarify that, in spite of experiencing its share of environmental- and health-related problems that adversely impact human ...
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The purpose of this book is to examine both the positive and negative socioeconomic impacts of artisanal and small-scale mining in developing countries. In recent years, a number of governments have attempted to …
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Discourses on "illegal" or informal small‐scale mining (galamsey) have presented it largely as a menace. Using Ghana as the focus of our study, we present a counter‐narrative to the ...
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The Impact of Small-Scale Mining Operations on Economies and Livelihoods in Low- to Middle-Income Countries. UK ... N.S., 2003. Addressing labor and social issues in small-scale mining. In: Hilson, G.M. (Ed.), The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Countries. A.A. Balkema, The Netherlands, pp. 151–160. ...
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Mining is a major economic activity in many developing countries [1], [2].Operations, whether small- or large-scale, are inherently disruptive to the environment [3], producing enormous quantities of waste that can have deleterious impacts for decades [2].The environmental deterioration caused by mining occurs mainly as a result of inappropriate and …
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The purpose of this book is to examine both the positive and negative socioeconomic impacts of artisanal and small-scale mining in developing countries. In recent years, a number of governments have attempted to formalize this rudimentary sector of industry, recognizing its socioeconomic importance. However, the industry continues to be plagued by
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Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) activities continue to grow in many resource-endowed countries with ASM-generated revenues serving as a precursor to socio …
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According to Ofosu and Sarpong (), artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) refers to informal mining activities carried out with very limited technologies and capital investment, usually engaged by individuals or small groups.While ASM is a livelihood provider for millions worldwide, especially in the rural parts of many countries (Yankson and Gough 2019), it is also …
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overview of the socio-economic and environmental impacts of small-scale gold mining, as it is evident that in these sites there have been ASM gold rushes in the recent past. 2.2.
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Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) activities have contributed, in most cases, to the rural development of some African countries. Practically, these activities have influenced the environmental, health and socio-economic status. In essence, there is a need to investigate how these activities fuel poverty eradication in Africa. Here, a comprehensive systematic …
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Artisanal and small-scale gold mining imparts on economic development more significantly in developing countries, but it is also responsible for serious environmental deterioration and human health concerns. ... The study therefore examined the socio-environmental impacts of small-scale gold mining operations in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality ...
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We extracted information from 170 peer-reviewed articles. The articles described the socio-economic impacts of large-scale mining (LSM), artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), oil and gas extraction, and mine closure in Africa. Fig. 2 shows the proportion of articles reporting on the types of mining practiced. Nearly half of the articles were ...
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Furthermore, the mining industry's concentration on water use, particularly for small-scale miners, ignores the legacy impacts of such mines or the long-term effects of small-scale mining.
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The widespread prevalence of illegal Artisanal Small-Scale Mining has raised significant concerns about its environmental and health impacts. This study investigates the effects of two mining methods (alluvial and chamfi) on soil physical, chemical, and microbial properties four years after mining in three municipalities of the Western Region of Ghana.
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This article examines both the positive and negative socio-economic impacts of small-scale mining in developing countries, and outlines some key measures for improving...
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The environmental impacts of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) are currently a major issue globally. There is cause for concern given the rapid loss of forest resources and pollution of water bodies through contamination with heavy metals like cyanide, arsenic, and mercury. The study investigated the livelihood and environmental implications of …
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This article examines both the positive and negative socio-economic impacts of small-scale mining in developing countries, and outlines some key measures for improving sustainability in the sector. It is important to clarify that, in spite of experiencing its share of environmental- and health-related problems that adversely impact human ...
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This research unravels the agents and driving motivation behind the rise of illegal small-scale mining in Ghana and its impact. This is accomplished via a qualitative study using illegal small ...
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