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What is E-Waste?
Quick answer
Discarded electronic devices such as phones, laptops, and batteries, which contain both valuable materials and hazardous substances.
E-Waste, explained
E-waste includes anything with a plug or battery that has reached the end of its useful life. These devices contain recoverable materials like copper, gold, and rare earth elements, along with harmful substances such as lead, mercury, and certain flame retardants.
When e-waste is dumped or processed informally, for example by burning cables to extract metal, toxins can contaminate soil, water, and air and harm workers' health. Responsible recycling recovers materials safely and reduces the need for new mining. Ways to cut e-waste include repairing devices, buying refurbished, choosing products with longer software support, and using certified recycling programs. Right-to-repair laws in several regions aim to make devices easier and cheaper to fix.
Related terms
Green Computing
Designing, using, and disposing of computers and IT systems in ways that reduce energy use and environmental impact.
Net ZeroA state in which the greenhouse gases an organization or country emits are balanced by the amount it removes from the atmosphere.
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