Mexico is one of the most popular countries in the world for mining companies to explore. Those companies’ activities often spark conflicts with local communities, and many residents in Puebla state, such as Socorro G.M., have organized to keep companies out of their towns.

Mayela Sánchez, GPJ Mexico

Mexico is one of the most popular countries in the world for mining companies to explore. Those companies’ activities often spark conflicts with local communities, and many residents in Puebla state, such as Socorro G.M., have organized to keep companies out of their towns.

Mayela Sánchez, GPJ Mexico

Mexico is one of the most popular countries in the world for mining companies to explore. Those companies’ activities often spark conflicts with local communities, and many residents in Puebla state, such as Socorro G.M., have organized to keep companies out of their towns.

Mayela Sánchez, GPJ Mexico

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INTERACTIVE MAP: Mexican Villages Brace Against Mining Companies

The Mexican government has green-lighted several mining projects in Puebla state, however, many residents have rejected local mining efforts. Several of them, along with some who support mining, shared their story with GPJ.

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By Mayela Sánchez Senior Reporter

Editorial Team

Mar García Reporter

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October 23, 2016
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INTERACTIVE MAP: Mexican Villages Brace Against Mining Companies

Mayela Sánchez, GPJ Mexico

Mexico is one of the most popular countries in the world for mining companies to explore. Those companies’ activities often spark conflicts with local communities, and many residents in Puebla state, such as Socorro G.M., have organized to keep companies out of their towns.

By Mayela Sánchez Senior Reporter

Editorial Team

Mar García Reporter

Publication Date

October 23, 2016
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