E-Waste Crisis and the Global Recycling Gap

E-WASTE: A RISING ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH CONCERN

With rapid advancements in technology and increasing demand for electronic devices, electronic waste has become one of the fastest-growing global environmental challenges.

What is E-Waste?

Electronic waste (e-waste) refers to electrical and electronic devices that are no longer in use, have reached the end of their useful life, become obsolete, damaged, or are no longer needed.

E-waste includes discarded

Mobile phones

Computers and laptops

Televisions

Printers

Batteries

Household electronic appliances

What's Inside E-Waste?

Valuable Materials

Gold

Silver

Copper

Rare earth metals

Hazardous Materials

Lead

Mercury

Cadmium

Brominated flame retardants

Impacts of Inproper Management of E-waste

Soil contamination

Water pollution

Air pollution from open burning

Release of toxic chemicals

Human Health Risks

Respiratory illnesses

Neurological disorders

Kidney damage

Developmental issues in children

Sustainable E-Waste Management Solutions

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

Manufacturers take responsibility for end-of-life products.

Formal Recycling Systems

Safe collection and processing of e-waste.

Circular Electronics

Design products that are durable, repairable, and recyclable.

Consumer Action

Repair before replacing

Donate usable devices

Recycle responsibly

“Together, let’s commit to responsibly disposing of batteries, electronics, and other e-waste to safeguard our planet”.