Mapping illegal gold mining and its consequences in the Andean Region
The general objective of this TC is to map the current and potential areas of illegal gold mining and estimate the impacts of this sector. This TC seeks to close existing evidence and knowledge gaps related to the illegal gold mining sector in CAN countries, supporting policymakers in these countries. Specifically, this TC will seek to: (i) Identify the potential extent of these illegal mining activities in the CAN region; (ii) measure the impact of illegal gold mining on key socioeconomic and environmental factors in countries in the region; (iii) generate a toolbox for policymakers to identify potential areas of illegal gold mining and collateral illicit activities, as well as their socioeconomic impacts.

Project Detail

Country

Regional

Project Number

RG-T4784

Approval Date

June 16, 2025

Project Status

Implementation

Project Type

Technical Cooperation

Sector

ENERGY

Subsector

NEW OIL AND GAS AND EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES

Lending Instrument

-

Lending Instrument Code

-

Modality

-

Facility Type

-

Environmental and Social Impact Category (ESIC)

-

Total Cost

USD 200,000.00

Country Counterpart Financing

-

Original Amount Approved

USD 200,000.00
Financial Information
Operation Number Lending Type Reporting Currency Reporting Date Signed Date Fund Financial Instrument
ATN/OC-21653-RG Sovereign Guaranteed USD - United States Dollar Ordinary Capital Nonreimbursable
Operation Number ATN/OC-21653-RG
  • Lending Type: Sovereign Guaranteed
  • Reporting Currency: USD - United States Dollar
  • Reporting Date:
  • Signed Date:
  • Fund: Ordinary Capital
  • Financial Instrument: Nonreimbursable