How Sensor-Based Sorting Technology is Driving Advances in E-Scrap Recycling
With E-scrap continuing to be the fastest growing waste stream in the world, TOMRA Recycling’s Segment Manager for Metal Recycling, Terence Keyworth, looks at…
Read moreE-waste recycling (or electronics waste recycling) is the process of recovering valuable materials, for example, plastics, glass, copper, and iron, from obsolete devices to use in new products. This reduces the need for new production.
Most electronics contain harmful materials such as cadmium, beryllium, mercury, and lead. In the responsible e-waste recycling process, these unhealthy substances are safely removed for human health and the environment.
E-waste recycling can have a positive impact on the environment by reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and reducing the need for raw materials. It also can help to recover valuable materials that can be used to make new products. However, improper handling of e-waste can lead to release of toxic chemicals and metals that can harm human health and the environment.
The keys to success in electronic waste management are:
No single tool is adequate, but they can complement each other to solve this issue.
The management of e-waste is governed by various regulations and laws, such as the Basel Convention and the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive. These regulations aim to ensure that e-waste is managed in an environmentally responsible way and to reduce the potential negative impacts of e-waste on human health and the environment.
E-waste management can also be done by certified e-waste recycling companies, They handle the collection, transportation, sorting, disassembly, recycling and proper disposal of e-waste in an environmentally friendly way. This can help to ensure that e-waste is managed in a safe and responsible manner.
The best guide to recycling electronics is to start by finding a certified e-waste recycler.
Industry certification programs have set requirements for safer disposal and recycling of electronic waste. These programs include guidelines that define effective and responsible e-waste management:
E-waste recycling is challenging because discarded electronics are advanced devices manufactured from varying proportions of plastics, metals, and glass.
The specific recycling process varies depending upon materials being recycled by e-waste recyclers and the employed technologies.
Treatment and disposal of dangerous materials and wastes - The remaining toxic part includes mercury, lead, and arsenic which need to be disposed of responsibly. These are lethal substances that could contaminate the soil and groundwater to disastrous consequences.
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