4. Introduction of
E-waste
E-waste is electronic products that are unwanted, not
working, and nearing or at the end of their “useful life.” Computers,
televisions, VCRs, stereos, copiers, and fax machines are everyday
electronic products.
5. Source of E-waste
Home:
TV
PC
Radio
Washing machine
Cell phone
Microwave oven
CD Player
Fan
Etc.
Hospital:
Monitor
PC
Microscope
ECG Devices
Incubators
Etc.
Government:
CPU
PC
Xerox Machine
Fax Machine
Scanner
Tube light
Air conditioners
Private Sector
PC
Boilers
Mixers
Signal generators
Incubator
Etc.
6. Smartphone users in India 2019-2023
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
502.2 M
439.42M
606.57M
659.57M
1.1B Approx
-------Years------
M=Million
B= Billion
8. How these became E-waste ?
Reasons:
Advancement on Technology.
Change in Style, Fashion &status.
Nearing the end of their useful life.
Not taking precautions while handling them.
9. Method of disposal of E-waste
Land fill of disposal allows heavy metals to leach into ground water.
Incineration makes hazardous material airborne.
Acid bath are dangerous and cause water and soil contamination.
Ensure you recycle e-waste properly through authorized channels
to recover valuable materials and minimise environmental impact.
Recycling: A company can shred the e-waste and separate the
metals using magnetic separation
Reuse: You can donate old PCs and peripherals
to NGOs or schools
Why we should ensure safe disposal of these:
10. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
List of EPA - India :
• Central pollution control board(CPCB)
• Gujrat pollution control board
• Ministry of environment and forests
• Andhra Pradesh pollution control board(APPCB)
11. Conclusion
In conclusion, e-waste management is a critical issue
that must be addressed in order to protect the environment and human
health. By reducing, collecting, recycling, properly disposing of, and
regulating e-waste, we can ensure that hazardous materials are properly
handled and valuable resources are recovered and reused, consequently
helping us move towards a sustainable future.