Technological and sustainable recycling
The growing number of digital devices is causing a negative impact on the environment, since the amount of technological waste generated each year exceeds 50 million tons and its recycling is insufficient. Therefore, here we will show you some techniques to make a good technological and sustainable recycling.
There is growing concern about the amount of technological waste in the world.
More than 50 million tons of electronic waste are produced every year. The data highlights the growing importance of recycling, only 17.4% is recycled, with Latin America being one of the areas with the lowest recovery, with only 2.7%. If these trends continue, the UN estimates that by 2050 we could accumulate up to 120 million tons of e-waste.
The lack of adequate management in the recycling of e-waste generated globally represents a threat to the natural environment.
Some of the most common substances present in these wastes are lead, lead oxide, antimony, nickel and mercury. Rivers, lakes and seas are being polluted by toxic elements, in addition to the emission of gases that generate imbalances in ecosystems.
According to Thibaud de Larauze, CEO of Back Market, the only way to effectively reduce e-waste levels is through the reuse of technological devices, as the current recycling system is ineffective.
How to make a good technological and sustainable recycling?
REDUCE
Consumption of electronic devices is steadily increasing. Reversing this trend is in the hands of consumers, who must be less influenced by marketing strategies that promote consumption, as well as manufacturers, who are increasingly adopting eco-design practices to be more sustainable.
REUSE
According to specialists, it is advisable to give away or sell to friends or relatives the devices that are still working, instead of discarding them. In addition, you can choose to donate the product to a specialized non-governmental organization.
RECYCLE
Recycling is an important practice to reduce the negative impact on the environment. It is essential to separate recyclable materials from common waste and take them to the corresponding recycling points.
Technological and sustainable recycling has multiple benefits
Obtaining minerals from deposits is more expensive than recycling technological waste to create new devices. To extract minerals such as platinum, copper or palladium, it is not enough to simply excavate and process the materials, but also requires the use of large amounts of water or energy.
Recycling electronic devices not only contributes to environmental conservation, but also brings additional benefits. If recycled in time, opportunities with an annual value of more than $62.5 billion can arise and millions of jobs could be created worldwide.
Ideas for technological and sustainable recycling
Clock with numeric keypad parts
Handmade handbags with recycled keyboard.
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