E-waste
- Professor
- Jun 29, 2024
- Climate Change,
- E-waste
Climate Action through Extended Lifespans: CV22 and the Future of Electronics
As our dependence on technology grows, so does the concerning issue of electronic waste (e-waste), particularly from computers. The rapid turnover of devices contributes significantly to environmental degradation and climate impact through increased carbon emissions. Each discard
Read moreUnderstanding what is E-waste and how are we adding to it.
**India is now 3rd largest e-waste generator**, producing nearly more then 3 million metric tonnes of e-waste every year, just behind US and China. A study by KPMG and ASSOCHAM says computer equipment account for almost 70 per cent of e-waste in India, followed by telecom/phones
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