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OPINION | Growing e-waste: A battle between child health, big tech and recycling | Business

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Without legislation to ensure e-waste is disposed of responsibly, the transition to net-zero emissions by 2050 will be a pipe dream, writes Natalie Scott. | News24_Business

With society on the brink of the sixth industrial revolution, striking a balance between e-waste and sustainability is expected to become a herculean task, writesApproximately 53.6 million tonnes of electrical and electronic waste products were generated globally in 2019, according to a study by the United Nations University.

The hazardous material in e-waste is likely to seep into groundwater, affecting both land and seawater, which in turn adversely affects not only land and sea ecosystems but also our access to natural drinking water.In addition to these environmental impacts, e-waste also releases toxic chemicals into the air when heated, which contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions.

In addition, the WHO noted that approximately 18 million children and adolescents either actively engage in informal waste processing or live, play or go to school near e-waste recycling centres.

 

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