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CO2 emissions from mined diamonds vs lab-grown diamonds
The carbon footprint of producing diamonds varies significantly between mined and lab-grown diamonds. Here's a comparison of CO2 emissions for producing a 1-carat diamond:Mined DiamondsCO2 Emissions: Mining a 1-carat diamond typically releases between 160 to 600 kg of CO2, depending...
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What is the Kimberley process ?
The Kimberley Process (KP) is an international certification scheme established to prevent the trade of conflict diamonds, also known as blood diamonds. These are diamonds that are mined in war zones and sold to finance armed conflict against governments. The...
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The Pros and Cons of Lab-Grown Diamonds
Lab-grown diamonds are an ethical and environmentally friendly alternative to mined diamonds, offering cost savings and high quality. They are free from human rights abuses and environmental destruction, but can lack the prestige and resale value of natural diamonds. The market for lab-grown diamonds is still developing, and production requires significant energy. Ultimately, the choice depends on personal values and priorities.
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