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Illegal Sand Mining Conflicts in India
Introduction Sand mining refers to the extraction of sand from riverbeds and seashores for construction activities and for minerals such as gold, silver, silicates et cetera. It is legal when authorised …
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Opposition to Gold Mining at Mount Ida, Turkey
Introduction This conflict concerns the development of gold mining at Mount Ida in the Biga District of western Turkey. Prospecting for gold has been expanding in the region since 2007, leading …
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Pacific Rim: El Dorado mine in El Salvador
Introduction Located in San Isidro, Cabañas, the El Dorado mine is about 65 kilometres east of San Salvador, and 420 metres (1377 feet) above sea level. The area enjoys tropical weather …
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Gold mining suspended in Crucitas (Costa Rica)
Introduction The Crucitas Project is located in the Cutris District, Canton of San Carlos, Alajuela, along the border between Costa Rica and Nicaragua. The southern area of the district is a …
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