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Emissions
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The main air emissions
produced in mining are CO2, particulate matter, sulfur
anhydride and arsenic. Each of our divisions has implemented
control and reduction systems for these emissions.
The Chagres Smelter, for example, implemented a 4 station
monitoring network to record concentrations of sulfur
anhydride and send monthly data.
The smelter also has taken steps to control its arsenic
emissions, which are currently lower than the legal standard
despite increases in production.
Waste
In 2005 the company updated its Hazardous Waste Management
Plan for all of our divisions and presented it to public
health authorities. The Plan seeks to encourage recycling
and minimize waste generated.
In addition, in the neighboring town of Catemu the Chagres
Smelter launched the Forjadores Ambientales (environmental
trailblazers) program which rewards self-managed initiatives
in the community that protect the environment through
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