The Importance of E-Waste Management


Understanding E-Waste

E-waste is a term used to define end-of-life electrical and electronic gadgets. In short, they are broken, leftover or obsolete gadgets powered by electricity. The category includes discarded equipment such as printers, PCs, telephones, toasters, television sets, refrigerators, electronic toys etc.

Also referred to as electronic trash, the manufacturing waste from electrical and electronic units, faulty consumer durables, and office IT waste are categorized into this waste.

Significance of E-Waste Management

Most people don’t realize but lack of waste management, especially electronic waste can be hazardous to the environment and human health. The metal present in them can be extremely dangerous. E-waste often comprises of harmful metals such as cadmium, mercury, lead, beryllium, chromium, and many more. These can contaminate land and water. In addition, e-waste is also a source of several valuable metals such as gold, copper, aluminum; silver etc. These can be recovered and reused for conservation of natural resources.

Most E-waste management companies are equipped with a dedicated R&D division and automated facility for End-to-End recycling of e-waste. Their teams can easily recover up to 99 per cent of recyclable products and dispose the hazardous waste. The professionals try and prolong overall lifespan of valuable materials via recycling.

The hazardous components of e-waste are treated professionally and in an environmental safe way. An EPR certificate is awarded to these organization for their work and dedication towards e-waste management while obliging to the rules laid by authorities.

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