Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) refers to informal and low-tech methods of gold extraction and processing. Despite accounting for just 10-15% of global gold production, ASGM is the largest source of mercury pollution and the second largest source of fine particulate matter emissions. ASGM releases toxic chemicals, such as mercury and cyanide, into the environment, causing significant harm to both human health and the ecosystem.
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