Erich Moreira Lima

Erich Moreira Lima is the head of Brazil’s gold-tracking programme, where he plays a crucial role in combating illegal gold mining by analyzing the origins of seized gold. Under his leadership, the programme has seen significant advancements, including the development of techniques to trace the 'DNA' of gold to connect it to specific illegal mining operations in the Amazon. His work has become increasingly important as criminal groups exploit surging gold prices and expand their operations across borders, necessitating international cooperation and innovative investigative methods.