Julio Rimac Damian, an activist from Challhuayaco, highlights the environmental impact of mining on Lake Contonga, which has significantly dried up over the past two years. The Antamina mine, owned by major multinational companies, expands zinc extraction despite the area being classified as vulnerable to climate change. The ongoing water crisis is exacerbated by melting glaciers, which are crucial for the region's water supply. Peru's increased zinc production demonstrates the conflict between mining growth and local water resources, with Damian emphasizing the tragedy this situation poses for local communities dependent on the lake.
A canal running from the lake that is supposed to carry water to lowland villages has also run dry, revealing the direct impact of mining operations on local water resources.
Julio Rimac Damian insists that the lake's drying up is a tragedy for the community as they depend on these waters, exemplifying the clash between local needs and industrial exploitation.
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