2024
PACHAS, V.H. (2024). Policy Brief N° 2. Structural evidence to design public policy strategies on illegal mining in Peru. Earth First. August, 2024.
Abstract: Criminalization and interdiction actions lead to the consolidation of “local governance mechanisms,” parallel to the state, and “negotiation actions (corruption)” with some corrupt members of the PNP and FFAA in order to avoid being subject to interdiction. The policy recommendations of this Policy Brief are summarized in conceiving illegal mining as part of the mining sector, prioritizing the prevention of illegal mining and focusing on commercialization as the axis of interdiction. Download the Spanish version
PACHAS, V.H. (20224). Policy Brief N° 1. The NEW Law on Small-Scale and Artisanal Mining in Peru: Lessons Learned for Design. Earth First. July, 2024.
Abstract: i)The NEW Law must be based on technical information that characterizes the activities and actors in its value chain; ii) The NEW Law must be inclusive of other metals such as copper, tin, rare earth elements, and others; iii) The NEW Law must be inclusive for Quechua-speaking and Indigenous users; iv) The NEW Law must be proactive with exploitation contracts, whether with a PPM, PMA, or Medium and Large-Scale Mining; v) The NEW Law must protect fragile ecosystems, Protected Natural Areas (PNAs). Download the Spanish version
2015
PACHAS, V. H.; RENGIFO, B. & SMITH, G. (2015). Formato Bajo la Lupa Diagnóstico y análisis sobre el proceso de formalización de la minería en pequeña escala de Puno. Proyecto Addressing Biodiversity-Social Conflict in Latin America. USAID. Lima.
Abstract: It focuses on the examination of select instances involving small-scale gold producers who find themselves in the advanced stages of mining formalizationnt (IGAC). The case studies, drawn from the provinces of Sandia, Carabaya, and San Antonio de Putina, provide an invaluable lens through which to appraise the deficiencies and external factors associated with the formalization.
PACHAS, V.H. (2015). Formato Bajo la Lupa Estudio poblaciones vulnerables y comunidades afectadas por actividades extractivas en Puno y Ucayali. Proyecto Addressing Biodiversity-Social Conflict in Latin America, USAID.
Abstract: Notably, one of these emergent dynamics is the upsurge in mining and hydrocarbon extraction activities, along with their subsequent impact on regions characterized by significant biodiversity. Additionally, these activities exert their influence on the communities residing within or in the vicinity of these operations.
2014
PACHAS, V.H. (2014). REPORTE 4: Espacios de diálogo para el uso de los recursos naturales en Madre de Dios. USAID Perú, Catholic Relief Services – CRS y Comisión de Episcopal de Acción Social – CEAS. Lima.
Abstract: This Report corresponds to the months of January to June 2014. This report is devised to systematically document and analyze the progression of social conflicts stemming from the exploitation of natural resources. These cases encompass conflicts involving small-scale miners, agriculturalists, and indigenous communities.
2013
PACHAS, V.H. (2013). REPORTE Nº 3, Conflictos sociales en Madre de Dios: el caso de la minería en pequeña escala de oro y la ilegalidad. USAID, Catholic Relief Services – CRS y Comisión de Episcopal de Acción Social – CEAS. Lima.
Abstract: This Report corresponds to the months of July to September 2013. This report is devised to systematically document and analyze the progression of social conflicts stemming from the exploitation of natural resources. These cases encompass conflicts involving small-scale miners, agriculturalists, and indigenous communities.
PACHAS, V.H. (2013). REPORTE Nº 2, Conflictos sociales en Madre de Dios: el caso de la minería en pequeña escala de oro y la ilegalidad. USAID, Catholic Relief Services – CRS y Comisión de Episcopal de Acción Social – CEAS. Lima.
Abstract: This Report corresponds to the months of April to June 2013. This report is devised to systematically document and analyze the progression of social conflicts stemming from the exploitation of natural resources. These cases encompass conflicts involving small-scale miners, agriculturalists, and indigenous communities.
PACHAS, V.H. (2013). Reporte Nº 1, Conflictos sociales en Madre de Dios: el caso de la minería en pequeña escala de oro y la ilegalidad. USAID, Catholic Relief Services – CRS y Comisión de Episcopal de Acción Social – CEAS. Lima.
Abstract: This Report corresponds to the months of January to March 2013. This report is devised to systematically document and analyze the progression of social conflicts stemming from the exploitation of natural resources. These cases encompass conflicts involving small-scale miners, agriculturalists, and indigenous communities.