Low level of Mekong River draws Nong Khai villagers to pan for gold

With Mekong River levels low, Ban Muang villagers in Nong Khai revive a century-old gold-panning craft, earning about 800–2,000 baht a day ...
Times of Zambia on MSN

Let's learn from Ghana on gold mining – ESMAZ

By CHATULA KANGALI – AS Zambia seeks to develop its gold mining industry, the recent visit by the Ghanaian President presents a valuable opportunity for the country to learn from Ghana’s experiences, ...
WRAL

Mining gold in North Carolina: The anatomy of the first American gold rush

After the discovery of a 17-pound nugget in Little Meadow Creek, North Carolina, the state became a major hotbed of gold mining as a part of the first American gold rush in 1799. Early discoveries ...
Mongabay

Formalizing small-scale gold mining can reduce environmental impacts & crime (commentary)

If you liked this story, share it with other people. The mercury used to amalgamate gold is cheap, effective and toxic. Studies from artisanal and small-scale mining sites across the Amazon reveal ...
Observer

The Hidden Cost of Gold: Miners, Mercury and a Path to Sustainability

New technologies, international partnerships and luxury buyers are driving a global shift toward sustainable, mercury-free gold. Courtesy Pure Earth Gold has captivated humanity for millennia, ...