2025310· In , the World Bank and the World Gold Council launched a partnership to promote sustainable and responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM). The two institutions bring their respective strengths such as development expertise, financial capacity, market knowledge and stakeholder relationships to promote the objectives of the partnership.
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The first was developed under planetGOLD together with Pact, and addresses best practices in cyanide management for small-scale gold mining. The second, developed by the Global Mercury Partnership and the Minamata Convention Secretariat, provides best practices and recommendations for the management of ASGM tailings, including ways to avoid the
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1120· Conclusion Policies, legislation and protective measures on small-scale mining in the country warrant more comprehensive coverage, implementation and provision of social safety nets.
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The state of the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector focuses on the intersection of ASM and sustainable development goal 5 (SDG 5) - achieve gender .
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2025310· In , the World Bank and the World Gold Council launched a partnership to promote sustainable and responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM). The two institutions bring their respective strengths such as development expertise, financial capacity, market knowledge and stakeholder relationships to promote the objectives of the partnership.
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131· Download Citation | Occupational Safety, Best Practices, and Legislative Review on Small-scale Mining in the Philippines | Introduction. Small-scale mining (SSM) has been in the Philippines since
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Acknowledging the important role identified in the Vision Statement of the Seminar on Artisanal and Small-scale Mining in Africa for CASM to identify and disseminate best practice regulations, identify available resources for ASM support, review existing baseline surveys to assess relevance to “Yaoundé Vision Statement” in selected
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1129· The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) works with over 75 governments to …
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2017216· RCS Global and the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) have launched the first universal framework designed to improve how governments manage
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6. Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Effective artisanal and small-scale mining management can help governments formalize operations to support better …
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Artisanal and small-scale mining, or ASM, is a largely informal economic sector that includes workers around the world who use basic tools to extract from the earth everything from gold and gemstones to vital metals such as cobalt, tin, tungsten, and tantalum. ASM is important for several reasons. These metals are critical to the world’s economies – necessary for computers, mobile …
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Most attention in the mining industry is focused on large companies,but in many parts of the world, particularly in developing countries,minerals are extracted by artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) – by people working with simple tools and equipment, usually in the informal sector,outside the legal and regulatory framework.The vast majority are very poor, exploiting …
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Small-scale mining technologies to benefit and better equip rural artisan miners for making productive and sustainable contributions to their communities. …
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Small scale mining There are major challenges ahead for small-scale mining in South Africa. With the advent of the new Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act in 2002, many previously disadvantaged South Africans have begun to see small-scale mining as a way to a new life. The government has, through the former Department of Minerals and Energy now DMR, …
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202051· This paper explains how formalizing and supporting artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) – low-tech, labor-intensive mineral processing and extraction – would help governments in sub-Saharan Africa meet several targets linked the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). While most of the men and women found working in ASM in the region choose …
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Mining has played a vital role in the economy of Zimbabwe from pre-colonial times, with the emphasis on gold. Although about 80% of Zimbabwe’s production comes from major mining groups, the complex geology of the country — in particular the gold geology — coupled with an exceptionally liberal mining law, has led to a large number of small formal underground mining …
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6. Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Effective artisanal and small-scale mining management can help governments formalize operations to support better …
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Mining standards are frameworks or guidelines developed to ensure ethical, sustainable, and transparent practices in the mining sector. These standards address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns and provide a structured approach for companies to minimize negative impacts while aligning with global best practices.
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6. Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Effective artisanal and small-scale mining management can help governments formalize operations to support better environmental and social outcomes, including decent livelihoods, gender equality, and environmental protection for …
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Acknowledgments and key contributors: The 2019 State of the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Sector is a collaboration between the World Bank Energy and Extractive Industries Global Practice, Pact, Surrey Business School University of Surrey, the Crawford School of Public Policy Australian National University, and Urban Studies and Planning University of Sheffield.
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TY - GEN T1 - Best Management Practices in the Use of Cyanide in Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining: UNEP Global Mercury Partnership and PlanetGOLD Programme Webinar AU - …
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Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) is mineral extraction by individuals, cooperatives, or small companies with minimal capital investment and with …
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We support the responsible mining and trading of gold from all legitimate sources including artisanal gold mining. Learn about small-scale gold mining.
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The flagship event of the global component is the Global Forum on Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining. This event aims to bring together a wide range of stakeholders engaged in the ASGM sector to inform, educate, and exchange best practices for …
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The IGF is focused on improving resource governance and decision making by governments working in the sector. It provides a number of services to members including: in-country assessments; capacity building and individualized technical assistance; guidance documents and conference which explore best practices and provide an opportunity to engage with industry …
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We are also obliged to the 34 participants of the joint ECA and UNDESA Semi- nar on “Artisanal and Small-scale Mining in Africa: Identifying Best Practices and Building Sustainable Livelihoods of Communities”, held in Yaounde, Cameroon, 18-22 November 2002, who reviewed the document, validated its main findings, conclusions and recommendations and provided …
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114· This paper reviews the best cost effective mining practices that can be adopted by small scale miners. It is aimed to increase productivity, …
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Introduction Small-scale mining (SSM) in the Philippines has contributed 14% of the total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the country and has a revenue share of about 19 billion pesos (380M USD). Objectives: This study aims to document mining occupational safety and health in small-scale mining in the Philippines, as well as to identify best practices among miners and …
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1120· Conclusion Policies, legislation and protective measures on small-scale mining in the country warrant more comprehensive coverage, implementation and provision of social safety nets.
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