Aramís Castro is a Peruvian journalist who specializes in the coverage of environmental issues, extractive industries, and social conflicts.

He has knowledge in journalistic research methodologies focused on the analysis and cross-referencing of databases.

Rainforest Investigations Network Fellow '23 from Pulitzer Center and Journalismfund '24 grantee. Since 2018 Castro has worked in investigative media at OjoPúblico, and previously at Convoca.pe and Corresponsales.pe. He has participated in global investigative projects such as the Swiss Leaks, Panama Papers, and cross-border work linked to organized crime in the Amazon, oil palm, coal, and cocoa supply chains; mercury trafficking, timber trafficking, and others.

Aramís Castro

Basic information

Name
Aramís Castro
Title
Journalist
Country
Peru
City
Magdalena del Mar

Supported projects

(How) European Zinc Demand Deepens Peru's Climate Vulnerabilities

  • Climate
  • Environment
  • Industry

HELSINKI / LIMA - This investigation shows that the EU needs environmental regulations for zinc supply from other countries, in order to avoid environmental damage and health costs.