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There is an urgent need for more systematic approaches to e-waste’s recovery and recycling, says the writer
20 August 2023 – 06:46 Melody Lekota
The fourth industrial revolution and subsequent emergence of the digital economy have boosted efficiencies and empowered more people through faster, more accessible communication. However, this digital society is not all virtual — it generates vast amounts of e-waste.
E-waste is defined as anything, besides kitchen appliances, that needs to be charged or plugged in. Old smartphones, broken laptops, televisions, keyboards, cabling, tablets … all the technology that enables digital communication. This equipment is hard to repair, quickly becomes outdated and can be toxic if not managed appropriately…
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