E-waste
E-waste is a growing component of the waste stream that is comprised of anything that has had electricity run through it. Because of the components of e-waste, it can be measured in mass or in value.
Watch Dr. Nathan B. English explain the types of e-waste and the problems and opportunities they create.
Video guide
Since this video is a little longer than most videos in this course, here is a guide to the topics it covers.
| Topic | Timestamp |
|---|---|
| What is E-waste? | 0:05 |
| E-waste is growing | 3:00 |
| Re-using, refurbishing and recycling E-waste | 5:30 |
| The value of E-waste | 7:25 |
| Impacts of recycling E-waste | 9:10 |
Now it’s your turn
Dr. English points out that e-waste recycling is often outsourced to developing nations, causing environmental social impacts. What are some ways we could improve e-waste recycling without offshoring health and environmental impacts to developing nations? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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