Overview of Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Issues

Discarded electronic devices like computers, phones, and TVs.

Environmental and human health risks from handling and disposal.

Harmful substances like lead, mercury, and flame retardants.

Unsafe handling, potential for releases of toxic substances.

Reduces environmental impact and resource consumption.

Rules and guidelines for handling and disposing of e-waste.

Proper methods to prevent environmental and health risks.

Instructions on how to handle e-waste responsibly.

Discarded electronic devices such as computers, phones, and TVs.

E-waste contains harmful substances that can pollute the environment and harm human health.

E-waste contains heavy metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium, as well as flame retardants, which are all harmful if not disposed of properly.

Recycling e-waste helps reduce pollution and conserve resources by recovering valuable materials.

Many stores that sell electronics have e-waste drop-off programs.

You can find information online from your local municipality or government websites.

Improper handling and disposal of e-waste can release toxic materials into the environment and pose risks to human health.

Policies and rules exist to regulate how e-waste is handled and disposed of.

These laws specify how to handle and dispose of electronic waste to minimize environmental damage and protect public health.

An international agreement that controls the transboundary movement of hazardous wastes, including e-waste, aiming to prevent illegal dumping and promote responsible disposal.

The process of collecting, sorting, recycling, and disposing of electronic waste in Canada, often regulated by provincial and federal laws.

Different methods for handling used electronics, including collection, sorting, recycling, and disposal.

Regulation 522/20 governs how e-waste is handled in Ontario, promoting responsible disposal and recycling.

The significant environmental impact of electronic waste from manufacturing, use, and disposal is a major concern.

Obstacles to effectively recycling e-waste, such as complex materials, evolving technology, and lack of infrastructure.

Rules and guidelines established by governments to ensure responsible management and recycling of e-waste.

E-waste is often recycled by burning and shredding, which releases toxic materials into the environment. This is a harmful and inefficient method compared to best practice techniques.

E-waste in Canada is primarily regulated at the provincial and territorial level, with the federal government focusing on international and inter-provincial electronic disposal laws.

Producers of electronic devices are required to set up free waste collection programs, recycle e-waste, and educate the public on proper disposal methods.

Secure disposal of electronic waste includes erasing hard drives, ensuring no data remains on devices, and taking precautions like drilling holes in hard drives.

To dispose of e-waste responsibly, it's important to erase data from devices, turn off location tracking, remove SIM cards, and choose a certified e-waste recycler for safe disposal.

Strategies and processes used to handle electronic waste responsibly, minimizing environmental impact and promoting resource recovery.

Government policies and guidelines that dictate how electronic waste is handled, collected, and recycled in Canada.

The proportion of electronic waste that is collected and processed to recover valuable materials and reduce environmental harm.

Organizations, websites, or materials providing information, guidance, or support on e-waste management practices.