E-Waste and Green Computing

Discarded electronic devices and components, like computers, phones, and appliances.

E-Waste contains harmful chemicals like lead and mercury that contaminate the environment if not disposed of properly.

Recycling aims to recover valuable materials like metals from old electronics.

Donating or refurbishing old devices allows them to be used again instead of ending up in landfills.

Designing, using, and disposing of computer resources in an environmentally friendly way.

Energy-efficient data centers with optimized cooling systems reduce energy waste and carbon footprint.

A process that aims to reduce the environmental impact of electronic waste

The process of recovering valuable materials from discarded electronic devices.

Collecting, sorting, and treating e-Waste to minimize its harmful effects on the environment.

A process that involves repurposing or repairing used electronic devices for extended use.

A method of disposing of e-Waste in a way that avoids harming the environment.

Minimizing the environmental impact of electronic devices throughout their life cycle.

Using less energy to power and cool computing devices.

The energy used by a computer system over its lifetime.

The amount of greenhouse gases released during the production, use, and disposal of electronic devices.

Using less paper in computing processes, such as printing.

Using software and hardware that are certified for energy efficiency.

Designing and manufacturing devices that can be easily repaired and upgraded.

Using renewable energy sources to power data centers and other computing facilities.

Promoting responsible e-Waste management practices, such as recycling and reuse.