Electronic waste and its management

E-waste is discarded electronics that have the potential of harming our ecosystem if they’re improperly disposed of, and it should also be noted that electronic waste is one of the fastest growing segments of our nation’s waste stream. It literally encompasses any electronic device that’s broken, can no longer be used and has become outdated or obsolete. In an era when technology continues to improve, virtually everyone is getting attracted towards upgraded electronic gadgets or devices. This will rise to generate million tons of e-waste. This will in turn increase the burden on global e-waste generation. This book contains detailed information of various sources of e-waste and its impact on human being and environment. It also explains the effect of toxic metal ions on human health. This books covers the various techniques available for recycling of e-waste and E-Waste Management Rules of India.