The impacts of artisanal gold mining on local livelihoods and the environment in the forested areas of Cameroon
The impacts of artisanal gold mining on local livelihoods and the environment in the forested areas of Cameroon

Author: Kevin N. Funoh

Publisher: CIFOR

Published: 2014-10-15

Total Pages: 54

ISBN-13:

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This study assesses the impact of artisanal gold mining in the Ngoyla-Mintom Forest Massif (NMFM) on local livelihoods and the environment. The methodology for the research consisted in a literature review, visits to eight mining camps in the periphery of Mintom, interviews with 95 miners, focus group discussions with actors involved in activities related to gold mining, and stakeholder consultations. The results show that miners earn a minimum of XAF 80,000 (US$ 160) per month, which is about three times the average wage in Cameroon (XAF 28,216 or US$56) and as much as XAF 800,000 (US$ 1600) a month. Mining leads to the creation of many associated activities such as portering, catering and the intensification of hunting, collection of NTFPs, and fishing, among others. The most negative social impact of mining is associated with activities such as prostitution, which leads to the quick spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) including HIV/AIDS. Mining and its associated activities also have negative impacts on the environment such as destruction of fragile forest ecosystems especially swamps, diversion, sedimentation and pollution of small water ways, and soil destruction, although at a relatively small scale.

ICEASD&ICCOSED 2019
ICEASD&ICCOSED 2019

Author: Robbi Rahim

Publisher: European Alliance for Innovation

Published: 2019-09-09

Total Pages: 747

ISBN-13: 1631901923

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The International Conference on Environmental Awareness for Sustainable Development (ICEASD) 2019 aims at discussing areas where problems and potential risks regarding environmental sustainability. Human Security factors play different roles in relationship to environmental sustainability and this conference will highlight the role of these factors. The conference hold in Kendari, Indonesia and it provide an opportunity for researchers to communicate how to highlight and bring attention to these issues such as in education through various interdisciplinary courses. This conference invites specialists in environmental issues, researchers, academicians, policy makers, innovators and practitioners from around the world to participate in ICEASD 2019.
The International Conference on Challenges and Opportunities of Sustainable Environmental Development (ICCOSED) publish papers and special issues on specific topics of interest to international audiences of environmental researchers. This conference is held by Universitas Prof. Dr. Moestopo Beragama and Majelis Sinergi Kalam Ikatan Cendekiawan Muslim Se-Indonesia (MASIKA ICMI). The conference publishes original research from throughout the world dealing with education, Social sciences, and environmental science. The editorial team makes every effort to cut the review and, when necessary, revision time periods as short as possible in order to help the research community publish and disseminate their works quickly. These efforts, however, depend heavily on authors’ compliance with ethical rules and the journal’s guidelines before submitting their works. Also, the voluntary reviewers from around the world with expertise in specific fields devote their precious time in order to provide quality feedback to authors. Yet, their time dedicated to improve the authors’ articles is not unlimited. Often they appropriate from their personal times to do this voluntary work.

Sustainable Practices for Agriculture and Marketing Convergence
Sustainable Practices for Agriculture and Marketing Convergence

Author: Garwi, Jabulani

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-03-07

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13:

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In the agricultural industry, factors such as environmental degradation, resource constraints, and climate change have left traditional agricultural practices inadequate in meeting the growing global food demand. Simultaneously, the marketing landscape is evolving rapidly due to technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, and the rise of online platforms. Both agriculture and marketing are faced with the critical task of adapting and embracing sustainability in this ever-changing environment. Sustainable Practices for Agriculture and Marketing Convergence offers a comprehensive solution to these pressing issues. This book is a practical blueprint for transforming the agricultural industry and revitalizing marketing strategies in the name of sustainability. At its core, the book aims to highlight the monumental significance of sustainable agriculture in mitigating the long-standing environmental impacts of conventional farming methods. It does so by presenting real-world case studies and best practices, inspiring and motivating the widespread adoption of sustainable agriculture.

The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Countries
The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Countries

Author: G.M. Hilson

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 766

ISBN-13: 1135291225

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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

Mineral Resources Economy 1
Mineral Resources Economy 1

Author: Floriant Fizaine

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-07-30

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1119850843

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The constant increase in the consumption of mineral resources, as well as the growing awareness of their exploitation, is causing deep concern within the scientific community. This concern is justified by the fact that the energy transition will increase the pressure on these resources, as renewable energies require an increased and more diversified quantity of mineral materials. This book presents an overview of the exploitation of these mineral resources, where the natural, regulatory and environmental constraints interfere with economic, financial and geopolitical interests. By mobilizing the fields of the humanities, geosciences and engineering, it also analyzes the challenges that the energy transition will encounter, challenges related to the contradictory effects that the acceleration of the extraction of these resources will have on their physical availability, the economies that exploit them and the populations that live off of them

African Gold
African Gold

Author: Roman Grynberg

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-04-22

Total Pages: 494

ISBN-13: 303065995X

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The book explores the evolving economics of gold as a global commodity as well as the production and trade of gold in and from the African continent. The growth of gold as an increasingly important and diverse source of African wealth is examined, alongside the impact that the rise of China in the 21st century has had on the demand for gold. The volatility of the gold price has increased as a result of the dramatic decline of gold demand for manufacturing purposes. Gold is Africa’s second largest export after oil and is a perfect metaphor for a continent rich in resources while so much of its population lives in such dire poverty. The artisanal and small scale gold mining (ASGM) sector, is surprisingly widely perceived as being beneficial to the development of Africa despite its exploitation and dreadful health and environmental consequences. African Gold: Production, Trade and Economic Development considers policy issues regarding the gold mining sector, the economics of beneficiation, the retreat of jewelry manufacturing across the continent as well as ‘Africa’s golden future’. It is a relevant book for both academics and policymakers interested in Africa, natural resource, and development economics.

Artisanal and Small-scale Mining
Artisanal and Small-scale Mining

Author: Thomas Hentschel

Publisher: IIED

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 1843694700

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Based on studies from countries in Africa, South America and Asia, looks at small-scale mining activities which often are both illegal and environmentally damaging, and dangerous for workers and their communities. Gives an overview on the issues and challenges involved, concluding about how sustainable development can be achieved.

Encyclopedia of Environmental Health
Encyclopedia of Environmental Health

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Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2019-08-22

Total Pages: 4896

ISBN-13: 0444639527

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Encyclopedia of Environmental Health, Second Edition, Six Volume Set presents the newest release in this fundamental reference that updates and broadens the umbrella of environmental health, especially social and environmental health for its readers. There is ongoing revolution in governance, policies and intervention strategies aimed at evolving changes in health disparities, disease burden, trans-boundary transport and health hazards. This new edition reflects these realities, mapping new directions in the field that include how to minimize threats and develop new scientific paradigms that address emerging local, national and global environmental concerns. Represents a one-stop resource for scientifically reliable information on environmental health Fills a critical gap, with information on one of the most rapidly growing scientific fields of our time Provides comparative approaches to environmental health practice and research in different countries and regions of the world Covers issues behind specific questions and describes the best available scientific methods for environmental risk assessment

Deforestation Trends in the Congo Basin
Deforestation Trends in the Congo Basin

Author: Carole Megevand

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2013-03-15

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 0821397788

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Deforestation rates in the Congo Basin are among the lowest in the tropical rainforest belt and are significantly below rates in most other African regions. Local and regional development, population increases and global demand for commodities are likely to increase deforestation and forest degradation in the Congo Basin.