Gold and platinum are naturally renewable resources, as they can be repeatedly recycled without degenerating the quality. The intention behind offering recycled gold and platinum is to decrease the global demand for mined gold as well as reduce the use of fossil fuels, deforestation, and catastrophic health threats to the local mining communities. However, this topic is far more complex. Traditional gold mining can pollute waterways with toxic waste that contains metals, arsenic, cyanide, mercury, and petroleum by-products. This threatens biodiversity in the ecosystem, as well as the waterways, for vulnerable nearby communities. Irresponsible mining has had a devastating and perhaps immeasurable impact on both humans and the environment. Furthermore, many gold mines are operated illegally by criminal cartels and corrupt governments, which can lead to forced child labor and abuse in mining communities. Mining as a whole is responsible for a multitude of human and environmental atrocities. These issues are complex with the need for action on many fronts. While recycled gold and platinum are not 100% free of pollution, they are much cleaner options, especially when partnered with a modern refinery that is committed to keeping emissions to the absolute minimum. There is no perfect solution yet, but we are committed to taking thoughtful and effective steps like these towards a more mindful and responsible approach to consumption. We will continue to pursue new developments in gold mining alternatives, such as Eco-Fairmined Gold, as we work together toward healthier communities and a recovering planet.Offering recycled metals is one step towards a more mindful usage but there is more we can and should do. If this cause is of interest to you, we encourage you to learn more about Eco Fairmined Gold. This is the next step in addressing these complex issues and being a part of a true solution.