The global gold rush is fuelling the problem by encouraging more micro-mining projects in developing countries. As a result, some 3.5 million people face death or disability from mercury poisoning, says Green Cross Switzerland.
“Contrary to popular belief, many of the worst pollution problems are not caused by multi-national companies but by poorly regulated small-scale operations like artisanal mining, small-scale metal recycling and abandoned factories,” Green Cross Switzerland said in its introductory press release.
http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/business/Micro_mines_pollute_more_than_commodity_giants.html?cid=31547042
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