Dispatches, Mexico, Photo Essays

Goldcorp’s Peñasquito Mine Sparks Controversy In Mazapil, Mexico

October 5, 2010 By James Rodriguez

But the wealth does not necessarily benefit local communities. In May 2009, local residents blocked the entrance to Peñasquito, demanding an adjustment to the terms of Goldcorp’s 6,000-hectare lease.

About James Rodriguez

James is an independent photojournalist based in Guatemala who specializes in documenting that country's post-war social movement. Raised in Mexico City, James holds a B.A. in Cultural Geography from the University of California at Los Angeles. His work has appeared in numerous publications, including the Indypendent of New York and Yes! Magazine, and can be viewed at Mi Mundo.