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Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic ...

In 2022, humans generated roughly 62 million tonnes of electronic waste – or e-waste. That’s enough to fill more than 1.5 million garbage trucks. And by 2030, that figure is expected to rise to 82 ...

Discarded electronic waste containing earth minerals is overtaking landfills globally at an alarming rate as much of the tech industry and enterprises kick the disposal problem to the curb. Meanwhile, ...

Global e-waste has reached record levels, containing valuable metals like lithium, and is projected to increase dramatically by 2030, highlighting the need for improved recycling methods. A new ...

International E-Waste Day, celebrated annually on October 14, raises awareness about the growing problem of electronic waste and promotes responsible e-waste management, with a focus on recovering ...

This article discusses the importance of recycling old electronics, the challenges involved, and practical tips for consumers on how to prepare devices for recycling, including options for ...

Have you ever sorted your recycling carefully, left it at the kerb, and still wondered if any of it actually makes a difference? That feeling has a reason behind it. Most of what goes into recycling ...

Efforts to improve electronic waste (e-waste) management are being stepped up, with plans to expand collection facilities and ...