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Protests in Honduras against unsustainable mining practices.

By Stephen Leahy

Protests Mount Against Mining Giant

The Canadian mining giant Goldcorp, which runs the largest gold mine in Mexico, is racking up complaints about its environmental violations. In Honduras, officials are considering legal action.

Oded Grajew
Credit: Ethos

By Mario Osava

Social Responsibility a Sure Bet for Business

"There is no contradiction between social responsibility and profitability," Oded Grajew, a leader of the Brazilian business world in favor of sustainable development, tells Tierramérica.

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By Marcela Valente

When One Ocean Is Not Enough

Argentine scientists have proved that elephant seals require vast areas of ocean environment in order to survive. The finding could lead to improved conservation plans for these sea mammals.

In this section, Tierramérica shares letters from our readers. If you'd like to send us your comments, please write to: cartas@tierramerica.org.

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