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Fulbright-Cerrejón Scholarships for La Guajira Development
27 May 2009
For the second consecutive year, Cerrejón and Fulbright Colombia, are offering one (1) scholarship to a native La Guajira academic, professional or researcher who wishes to study for a Master´s or PhD degree in the United States as of August 2010.
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Cerrejón: committed to safety and security in La Guajira
01 April 2009
Cerrejón presents its security project:
C Seguro! (Be safe!) Follow the rules, don't become too confident!
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The Cerrejón Foundation for Progress in La Guajira and WWB Colombia, united for entrepreneurship
01 April 2009
An alliance between the Foundation and the WWB to finance micro-businesses in the department of La Guajira
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Carbones del Cerrejón is contracted by THE COMMUNITY OF CERREJÓN to operate on their terrain
17 March 2009
The mining company pointed out that it has no involvement in the lawsuit over the rights to the land owned by LA COMUNIDAD DE EL CERREJÓN (THE COMMUNITY OF CERREJÓN)
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A Responsible Mining Operation that Contributes to the Sustainable Economic Growth in Colombia
10 March 2009
According to the most recent figures from the Colombian Central Bank, oil, gas, and mining represent 48.6% of the total exports of the country, making them pillars of economic growth in Colombia.
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Cerrejón Fauna Rehabilitation Centre Frees a Royal Owl and an Anteater
09 March 2009
As part of Cerrejón’s Environmental Management Programme, the Fauna Management Plan prevents, mitigates, controls and compensates for the loss of fauna caused by the mining processes through a series of various activities.
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The Mobil Health Unit (MHU): A Contribution to La Guajira
24 February 2009
Through its Social Responsibility and Public Affairs Department, and to support a solution for the health needs of its neighouring communities, Cerrejón has historically provided regular medical house visits, health brigades and medical Promotion and Prevention services under its Medical Care Programme, which it has strengthened over recent years.
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Celebration of Saint Barbara
16 February 2009
Once again, Cerrejón has joined in the religious celebration and festivities that are so important to its communities by participating in the feast of Saint Barbara on 4 December 2008. The entire community came together around the image of their Patron in a solemn, heartfelt procession through Hato Nuevo, accompanied by the Parish Priest, as far as her resting place, Ms. Clara Arevalo's house, where a Mass was said.
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Fossil of the Largest Snake in the World Found in Cerrejón’s Mine
05 February 2009
In the process of removing and handling steril material and coal during the mining process in Cerrejón, various fascinating paleontological fossils have been found, including a tortoise shell, giant palm leaves and other plants, among others. Despite these finds, a giant snake fossil has recieved the most attention for exceeding the expectations in size known by scientists. The discoverers of the fossil named it Titanoboa cerrejonensis, which means “colassal boa of Cerrejón.”
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Hay Festival in Riohacha
05 February 2009
With the support of Cerrejón, the Hay Festival opened its doors in Riohacha: more than 500 adults and children attended this party of diversity and culture
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