Discarded electronic waste containing earth minerals is overtaking landfills globally at an alarming rate as much of the tech industry and enterprises kick the disposal problem to the curb. Meanwhile, ...

E-waste isn't just old gadgets—it's a ticking crisis. From discarded devices to polluted landscapes, our screens carry a heavier footprint than we imagine. Let’s recycle smarter and demand responsible ...

The world is undergoing rapid electronification and digital transformation, reshaping how we live. Many of us have numerous electronic devices around us at all times, from smartphones and watches to ...

E-waste, which refers to discarded electrical or electronic devices, is the fastest growing domestic waste stream in the world, and it is highly toxic, threatening public health. Much of this e-waste, ...

ANN ARBOR—A University of Michigan study found that people in Ghana and across the Global South who recycle electronic waste face a difficult paradox: earning livelihoods to ensure survival comes at ...

SANTIAGO, Chile, June 20 (UPI) --Growing demand for technology in Latin America has made the region a major importer of electronic devices, but it still lacks clear regulations for managing the ...

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Millions of tons of discarded electronics from the United States are being shipped overseas, much of it to developing countries in Southeast Asia unprepared to safely handle ...