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Andes Gold Reduces Environmental Impact

BOCA RATON, FL, Apr 19, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Andes Gold Corp (PINKSHEETS: AGCZ), a gold mining company with existing operations in Ecuador, completed its initial plan to reduce the impact on the environment within its operations by installing a water treatment system that cleans all waste water. At the same time the company has an ongoing re-forestation program to reclaim all land that is used in the mining operation.
There has been an independent video completed that demonstrates that the company is working to provide safe and responsible mining conditions while not polluting the water table and local streams. The company expects to post this video on its website as quickly as possible. The Company will continue to show that it can be socially and environmentally responsible while maintaining a profitable, well balanced operation.

ABOUT ANDES GOLD CORPORATION

Andes Gold engages in mining and milling operations for gold and silver in Ecuador. It is currently examining opportunities in Peru. Its concessions in Ecuador are currently producing gold and silver and the ore is being processed through a company owned mill. Andes also processes ore from mines that do not have the ability to mill their own ore.

Andes Gold Corporation trades in the United States on the OTC Pink Sheets under the symbol "AGCZ." For further information, please contact the company at [phone] or at www.andesgoldmine.com.

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 involving risks and uncertainties. Results, events and performances could vary from those contemplated. These statements involve risks and uncertainties which may cause actual results expressed or implied, to differ from predicted outcomes. Risks and uncertainties include product demand, market competition and Andes Gold's ability to meet current and future plans. Investors should study and understand all risks before making an investment decision. Readers are recommended not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. Andes is not obligated to publicly release revisions to any forward-looking statement, to reflectb events or circumstances afterward or to disclose unanticipated occurences, except as required under applicable laws.

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