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, ...

Discussions with industry showed e-waste dumping remains the default, says the CSIR. (Image source: 123RF) The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has warned that African countries, ...

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 ...

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 ...

At a junkyard in Lagos, many people were rummaging through piles of discarded electrical equipment. For 38-year-old Malaia and many others like her, this electronic waste is not only a source of ...

Understanding biodegradable electronics, bioplastics, and sustainable materials that are shaping green gadgets in 2026, and ...

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, ...

In Bangladesh, poor oversight of unlawful cross-border trade in hazardous electronic waste continues, turning the country ...