Is India Emerging as a Hub of E-Waste Management?
As the name suggests, e-waste is that excess of electronic waste that is no longer suitable for normal use. E-waste management is simply a process where e-waste is collected or recovered for the purpose of recycling further. India has been using safe methods in not just disposing of the e-waste, but also using the right & proper techniques in doing so. It helps us bring down the environmental impact it could leave if left unattended. Where India stands on e-waste management As per a recent report by the India Cellular and Electronics Association, the e-waste management sector in India is largely informal. This is why E Waste management companies in India are dealing with 90% collection and 70% recycling of e-waste. These companies usually retrieve electronic devices with the main objective of finding spare parts. It later goes on to carry out its repair work or repurpose it for reuse. What categorises under E-waste There is no particular industry or segment that is respons...