
Environmental Studies and Forestry
Mercury and CO₂ emissions from artisanal gold mining in Brazilian Amazon rainforest
B. Fritz, B. Peregovich, et al.
This study reveals alarming insights into mercury use and its environmental impact in artisanal gold mining across 47 sites in Brazil's Tapajós River basin. Conducted by Benjamin Fritz and his team, the research shows a staggering 1.7 kg of mercury used for each kilogram of gold extracted, raising significant concerns about climate change contributions.
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