The government is also still conducting research to determine whether the lake actually contains gold.
4. Blitar
The Blitar region also offers potential gold mining potential. Areas that produce gold include Mount Klitik, Wates, and Wonotirto. The government is still working to develop this gold mining potential.
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5. Jember
The gold mining potential in the Blitar region is greater than that in Tumpang Pitu, located in Silo District.
The government is still conducting studies and research on the mineral deposits in the region. The government is also working to ensure that the gold mine does not disrupt the activities of residents living near the mine.
If not managed properly, the gold mine could damage the environment in the Jember region.
6. Pacitan
Pacitan is one of the areas in East Java with potential for gold mining. This potential gold mine is located in Kebonsari Village, Punung District, Pacitan.
The mine is small-scale, and the community manages it manually. Another location in Pacitan, Bandar Aneka Tambang District, contains gold deposits. According to the government, gold mining in the Aneka Tambang area is economically unprofitable.
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7. Trenggalek
In the Trenggalek region, there are several locations with potential gold deposits, namely Timahan, Kojan, and Suruh. The highest gold content has been found at the Kojan location.
Several companies have also explored these three gold mines. The government is still working to manage the potential gold mine in Trenggalek so that it can be optimally utilized and does not disrupt the activities of local residents.