Electronic waste, or e-waste, refers to discarded electronic devices such as phones, laptops, chargers, televisions, batteries, printers, and other electrical items that are no longer in use.
As technology keeps changing, people replace devices more often than before. This has made e-waste one of the fastest growing waste streams in the world.
E-waste matters because many electronic products contain harmful materials. At the same time, they also contain valuable resources that can be recovered through proper recycling.
Responsible e-waste management helps reduce pollution, recover useful materials, and protect the environment. It also ensures that personal data stored in devices is handled safely before disposal.
Understanding e-waste is the first step toward making better decisions about how to manage old electronics responsibly
