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Managing Electronic Waste: Issues with Exporting E-Waste

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By Linda Luther (au)
Year: 2009
Pages: 12
Binding Paperback

Product Code: 1437924670

Description

Electronic waste (e-waste) refers to obsolete, broken, electronic devices like TVs, CPUs, computer monitors, laptops, printers, scanners, and wiring. E-waste has become a concern due to the high volumes in which it is generated, the hazardous constituents it often contains (such as lead, mercury, and chromium), and the lack of reg’s. applicable to its disposal or recycling. Contents of this report: (1) Impacts of E-Waste Exports; (2) Domestic E-Waste Disposal; Waste Vol.; Hazardous Constituents; (3) E-Waste Mgmt. Require.: Relevant Waste Disposal Require.; Recycling and Export Require.; (4) Factors Influencing E-Waste Exporting: Costly and Complex Domestic Recycling Processes; Limited Domestic Infrastructure and High Demand Abroad. Illus.

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