Desarrollo económico y social en la parroquia Los Encuentroscantón Yantzaza generado por la empresa Lundin Gold

Abstract

Abstract: Mining is an economic engine and a source of opportunities for developing countries that possess these natural resources, since it contributes positively to the solid growth of variables such as employment, exports and investments. In Ecuador, the most important companies dedicated to the extraction of minerals are: EcuaCorriente S.A. and Lundin Gold. The objective of this work is to analyze the economic and social development generated by the Lundin Gold company in the Los Encuentros parish. Qualitative ethnographic methodology is used, conducting semi-structured interviews with representatives of Lundin Gold, direct beneficiaries and residents of the main economic activities. Concluding that the Lundin Gold company contributes to the economic and social development in Los Encuentros Parish, generating greater opportunities such as: employment, income and quality of life; promoting responsible mining that allows transforming local livelihoods. However, within the Los Encuentros parish there are social conflicts with the population because they feel that the company should make greater economic contributions and inclusive projects.