BOZEMAN, Mont. — When it’s time for a new cellphone or laptop, the old models can be recycled and repurposed. But when they’re simply discarded, they can do some serious damage. Improperly disposed ...

We need a radically new model that properly measures the true and total cost of materials, particularly their long-term cost to the environment and the life systems that depend on it. One part of the ...

E-waste is a growing crisis, expected to hit 82 million metric tons by 2030. Cross-border collaboration and robust policies are crucial for effective global e-waste management. Entrepreneurs can lead ...

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, ...

The national initiatives to recycle electronic waste (e-waste) are set to explore further investment in recycled materials su ...

Japan is a small, island nation, but its efforts in electronic waste recycling are attracting international attention. Could the United States learn from the Japanese model? With a population of more ...

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Experts highlight that inadequate waste management in India results from a lack of infrastructure and community involvement, ...