E-waste management is important because electronic and electric products nearing their end of life, called e-waste, pose threats to human health and the environment if not properly disposed of. E-waste must be managed to prevent pollution of groundwater, acidification of soil, and emission of toxic fumes and gases. The government, industries, and citizens all have responsibilities in e-waste management - the government establishes laws and regulations, industries implement management options and labeling to assist recycling, and citizens choose more sustainable electronic products.

1. E-WASTE MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT P.MALVIN FELICIA

2. WHAT IS AN E-WASTE? A Popular informal name of electronic and electric products nearing their end life. Pose a threat to human health and also for the environment.

3. Electronic waste Electric waste

4. WHY E-WASTE MANAGEMENT? Pollution of ground water. Acidification of soil. Emission of toxic fumes and gases. Fastest growing portion of municipal wastes. Releases carcinogenic substances into the air.

5. MANAGEMENT STEPS Inventory management Production-process modification Volume reduction Recovery and reuse Sustainable product design

6. RESPOSIBILITIES OF THE GOVT., Regulatory agencies in each district An adequate system of laws R&D in hazardous waste management Strict regulations against dumping e-waste Heavy fines on industries Encourage NGOs

7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE INDUSTRIES Management options. Label materials to assist in recycling. Green packaging options. Adoption of waste minimization techniques.

8. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITIZEN Opt for those Made with fewer toxic constituents That use recycled content That are energy efficient That utilize minimal packaging That offer take back options.

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