The Cost of Electronic Waste
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작성자 Glen 댓글 0건 조회 7회 작성일 25-05-22 20:07본문
Computer production is typically associated with high energy consumption, making it a major contributor to environmental problems and pollution. In terms of raw materials, the production of a standard computer requires a significant amount of metals such as copper, tin, and aluminum, along with plastics and other materials.
Once a computer reaches the end of its life cycle, it can either be replaced or recycled. However, the practice of planned obsolescence, which is the practice of building electronic devices to fail when they no longer serve the wants or requirements of the consumer, has led to this rapid disposal of electronic devices without finding a suitable alternative.
The disposal process of electronic devices, mainly electronic devices like computers, is associated with landfill waste, e-waste, and environmental pollution. Computers and electronic devices that end up in landfills in the long run cause chemical contamination, fires, and soil pollution.
Another issue with electronic disposal is the growing e-waste and pollution. E-waste refers to disposed of electronic devices like computers, televisions, mobile phones, and other electronic equipment that can pose a significant health and environmental risk if not disposed of properly and safely. In fact, according to the United Nations, over 50 million metric tons of e-waste are generated annually or yearly.
E-waste processing facilities are environmental hazards, destroying ecosystems and emit toxic gases into the atmosphere.
EU E-waste Directive recognizes the importance of responsible e-waste management, stating that companies share the responsibility the disposal process with consumers, manufacturers, and the end-of-life use of the products.
Recycling computers can help reduce the environmental impact of computers. Recycling computers enables the conservation of natural resources by reusing the raw materials in new devices.
To guarantee the safe and environmentally friendly disposal of electronics, regulatory and environmental frameworks and laws and regulations can play a crucial in this process. For instance, some US states have passed legislation to reduce electronic waste, making it mandatory for electronic manufacturers to collect and recycle used electronic devices.
Therefore, addressing the growing concern of e-waste requires concerted action from all stakeholders to reduce electronic waste and pollution, including donating to charities or recyclers, recycling electronics, and supporting environmentally friendly disposal of electronic devices.
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