Solution for the treatment of electronic wastes are:
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E-waste is ‘electronic waste’ generated by electronic products. These include discarded (irreparable) computers, mobile phones, printers, paramedical equipments, etc.
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More than 50% of the e-wastes generated in developed countries are sent to developing countries for the recovery of metals like iron, gold, copper, etc.
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Recycling involves manual participation and hence workers are exposed to harmful and toxic waste substances present in e-wastes.
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E-wastes are generally destroyed by incineration (burning in presence of oxygen) or through landfills in which the e-wastes are dumped in a trench or depression after compaction and covered with dirt everyday.
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Treatment of e-wastes by landfill method can be dangerous as it can leach lead and other substances in soil and groundwater and contaminate them.
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Recycling is the only solution for the treatment of electronic wastes provided it is carried out in an environment friendly manner.
