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  While most people are aware of electronic waste and e-waste management, not everyone is well-versed with invisible e-waste. As we move forward, we are witnessing a tremendous climb in the usage of electronic waste, and the Electronic Waste Day is a constant reminder of this growing issue of invisible e-waste. The Electronic Waste Day throws light on the overlooked issue of invisible electronic waste. As can be perceived from the name, invisible e-waste can be defined as waste that generally goes unnoticed due to its display or nature. Items like power tools, smoke detectors, e-cigarettes, e-toys, cables, USB sticks, wearable health devices are some of the items that fall under this category.   Introducing Invisible E-Waste Global awareness-building about the growing problem of e-waste and its frequently disregarded components is the goal of Electronic Waste Day. Electrical equipment that has reached the end of its useful life but has not been recycled or disposed of correctly is

During the year 2020-2021, around 3.4 lakh tonnes of electronic waste has been recycled. Thinking how massive it is, well, in reality, it’s not. The continuous boost in technological advancement is directly related to the surge in the production of electronic gadgets. The more people walk towards buying the latest electronic products, the greater the count of their previous products landing in the garbage. This process keeps repeating until the electronic waste level surpasses the limit. India is currently the third-largest producer of e-waste, and the main reasons are its escalated consumerism and terrific technological obsolescence. Ensuring that electronic waste is safely disposed of is unquestionably one of the greatest e-waste management challenges experienced by India. To understand more about the challenges and opportunities that India experiences concerning EPR e-waste have been comprehensively described in the article. But First, What is E-Waste Management? Electronic waste i

  E-waste is a critical problem in the present times. And why not? From smart gadgets to smart homes, technology is integrated into every aspect of our lives. Think about it – even the simplest products have sensors and semiconductors fitted in them. Have you heard about wearable monitors or water vapour extractors? Technology is at the core of every device and every little thing we use. Evolution in technology is only evident. However, how often do we think about the products that become outdated or unusable with time? We definitely don’t, and this explains why e-waste crossed the 50 million metric tonne benchmark back in 2020. The counts have only doubled over the years.  A surprising fact:  According to the stats, in 2023, the count of untreated e-waste exceeds 347 million metric tonnes on the face of the earth.  Have you wondered if there’s a smart and pragmatic way to tackle the growing e-waste crisis? Thinking about recycling? Despite the increasing awareness about recycling, onl

Are you aware of the importance of waste management? The growing mountain of waste stands out as a major environmental concern and a serious health hazard. Think about it – the countless electronic trash, battery waste, glass waste, and solid waste; it all ends up stacking in landfills. A meagre portion of the waste is incinerated or recycled by unauthorised recyclers. Do you think it is enough to treat and get rid of the mounting waste? Of course, not! It is critical to work on the root level to manage and dispose of waste the right way. Hence, extended producer responsibility EPR cropped up as a strategic endeavour to manage waste effectively. So, what does extended producer responsibility in India imply? It is a strategic policy approach that bestows producers with the responsibility of treating and disposing of post-consumer products. Besides, the policy encourages users to figure out ways to extend the span of end-of-life products. For example, businesses associated with the manu