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Electronic waste, which includes everything from refrigerators to
smartphones, is one of the world's fastest growing waste streams.
Often these items are simply discarded as new technology becomes
available. A huge amount of electronic waste is generated globally
and currently only around 20% of it is recycled. The complex
mixture of materials and components within electronic waste makes
it difficult to manage and many of these components can pose
hazards to human health or the environment if not disposed of
carefully. There have been significant changes in the global
approach to electronic waste management and the legislation around
it since the publication of the first edition of Electronic Waste
Management. This new edition provides an updated overview across
the world as well as presenting new chapters on current issues in
recycling and management of this waste. This is an essential
reference not only for those working in recycling and waste
management, but also for those working in manufacturing and product
development who wish to consider the full lifecycle of their
products. It also provides valuable insights for policymakers
developing more environmentally sound and sustainable systems and
strategies for the management of electronic waste.
Electronic waste includes such items as TVs, computers, LCD and
plasma displays, and mobile phones, as well as a wide range of
household, medical and industrial equipment which are simply
discarded as new technologies become available. Huge and growing
quantities of waste are discarded every year and this waste
contains toxic and carcinogenic compounds which can pose a risk to
the environment. However, if handled correctly, electronic waste
presents a valuable source of secondary raw materials. This book
brings together a group of leading experts in the management of
electrical and electronic waste to provide an up-to-date review of
the scale of the waste problem, the impact of recent legislation
such as the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) and the "restriction of the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic equipment" directive
(RoHS), and of current and future methods for treatment, recycling
and disposal of this waste. The book discusses these latest
directives, examines current worldwide legislation and considers
the opportunities and threats posed by this form of waste. While
the emphasis is on European practice, comparisons with other
countries such as the USA, Japan and China are made. The book deals
with the full range of waste management issues, including recycling
and recovery of materials, design considerations for waste
minimisation, and contains a wide variety of illustrative case
studies eg: LCD displays. With detailed and comprehensive coverage
of the subject matter it also contains an extensive bibliography
with each chapter. Key chapters cover areas such as: -electronic
waste -materials -EU directives -landfill and incineration
-recycling and recovery -'cradle to grave' design considerations
-engineering thermoplastics It is essential reading for all
involved with electrical and electronic waste management through
its comprehensive review of recent EU legislation and the
subsequent impact on manufacturers and users of electronic
equipment.
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