"In order to address the rising use of mercury amongst artisanal gold miners, we are working with other partners to phase out the use of mercury so as to protect human health," Noronha said during the Third Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA).
Noronha said rising demand for gold has increased the use of mercury and this poses a threat to miners. She noted that women are disproportionately affected by the heavy metal.
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