♻️E waste

 

  • ICT4D focuses on e-waste because technology shifts fast in this field and developing regions count on electronic items more these days.


    E-Waste Management is beneficial in ICT4D. 


    Converting e-waste to recycled materials saves scarce resources such as metals, plastics and glass which may be used to create new goods.
     Employment Chances: E-waste recycling provides jobs in the community because refurbishing electronics demands skilled workers.


    By handling e-waste correctly, it is possible to lower the risk of harmful substances such as lead and mercury, spreading in the environment and affecting people’s health.


     By practicing responsible recycling, people ensure that devices storing sensitive data are dealt with safely to prevent data theft or breaches.


     Refurbished electronics may be provided or offered for little money by companies, helping others get the technology they need and improving education.


    Handling E-Waste in Information Communication Technology for Development 


    Health Risks: Throwing away e-waste improperly can make the environment unsafe, harm the soil and water quality and put local communities in danger.


     Because infrastructure is lacking in these parts of the world, waste managers can’t properly collect, recycle or dispose of e-waste which encourages illegal dumping.


     Because regulations and enforcement differ from one area to the next, it is hard for recycling to work effectively and leaves space for people to act irresponsibly.


    Most people are not aware of how important it is to dispose of e-waste correctly and how dangerous it can be to throw it away improperly, so they may have little interest in being responsible.


     Many communities, especially in areas where people are poor, cannot start e-waste recycling programs due to the cost required for initial set up.


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