Reasons you shouldn't throw gadgets in the trash, and what to do instead Electronic waste (e-waste) is a serious environmental issue, since old electronics end up in landfills, leaking chemicals. Less ...

E-waste, which refers to discarded electrical or electronic devices, is the fastest growing domestic waste stream in the world, and it is highly toxic, threatening public health. Much of this e-waste, ...

Discarded electronic waste containing earth minerals is overtaking landfills globally at an alarming rate as much of the tech industry and enterprises kick the disposal problem to the curb. Meanwhile, ...

Officials in Ghana have issued warnings about the potentially deadly impacts of e-waste on citizens, noting that the widespread improper disposal of electronics poses a danger to public health and the ...

Electronic devices power nearly every part of modern life—from smartphones and laptops to smart appliances and wearable tech. But behind this convenience lies one of the fastest-growing waste streams ...

What if, instead of becoming obsolete once damaged, electronics could heal and repair themselves? That's the promise of a new, flexible, and conductive composite designed for sustainable electronics.

You never know what you'll find at your local e-waste recycling center. One lucky passerby snagged two Samsung phones that were in surprisingly good condition and shared their discovery with vintage ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new report found that Europe is sitting on a goldmine of electronic waste that could be recycled into valuable materials and ...

Millions of Europeans struggle to recycle their old phones, even when they are no longer in use. Recent Eurostat research shows that 51% keep their old device at home instead of tossing it. Only 11% ...