A new set of ethical jewelry materials, written by Greg Valerio and Cally Oldershaw are now available as PDF downloads from this site. The aim of this material is to kick-start those who want to begin the exploration of what it means to be an ethical jeweler. With a basic introduction to the mining sector,

En 2011, the Year of Biodiversity, WWF-CARPO and Estelle Levin Limited are trying to do something momentous: to begin a systematic and coordinated effort to curb the distressing environmental impact of small scale mining, and increasing its economic and social empowerment. For ethical jewelers and responsible jewelry buyers around the world, this is excellent news.

World Wildlife Fund has teamed up with Estelle Levin Ltd to support a systematic and coordinated effort to curb the distressing environmental impact of small scale mining, and increasing its economic and social empowerment. Read their announcement and PDF brochure here explaining the program ASM-PSEP, and what you can do to help. ~ Marc Choyt,