E-waste is the fastest-growing waste stream in the world. Each year, over 50 million tonnes of electronics are discarded, and by 2030, this is expected to rise to 74 million tonnes. Yet less than 20% is formally recycled the rest often ends up polluting our soil, water, and air. E-waste is more than a statistic. It is a global challenge, and how we act today will define the environmental legacy we leave behind. #ewaste #sustainability #environment #recycling #greenfuture #wastemanagement
The Growing Problem of E-Waste and Its Environmental Impact
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