Earlier this year, Pure Earth launched an ambitious project in Peru, supported by Brilliant Earth, a global leader in ethically sourced fine jewelry.  The goal: to transform the Chichiqueros artisanal gold mining community into a mercury-free model.  The Chichiqueros work in an area in Peru’s rainforest that was placed under a state of … Continue reading Meet The Maqques: A Family Of Gold Miners Going Mercury Free So They Can Work Together Safely