The global e-waste monitor 2024
<p>The world's electronic waste generation is increasing five times faster than documented e-waste recycling, according to the United Nation's fourth Global E-waste Monitor (GEM) report.</p>
Waste Recycling
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The waste of nations
There is a seamier aspect to the outsourcing boom: waste
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China, the master recycler?
One wonders: does the uk really believe the Chinese are great recyclers, or is it plain irresponsible? The uk exports more than a third of its waste paper and plastic to China for recycling:
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Right move
A plant in the Scottish Highlands, will be the first such in the uk to recycle lithium-ion batteries. These batteries are mainly used in mobile phones, camcorders and laptops. Less than 2 per cent
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Backyard mess
Wastepaper is abundantly available in India. Yet the Indian paper industry depends heavily on imports. MONALI ZEYA HAZRA finds out why
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Wordplay
Bid to dilute definition of radioactive wastes in the US
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Meerut s bane
HC takes note of hospital waste recycling racket
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Handmade paper industry flourishes in Latur
When you hear about Latur, you remember earthquakes, drought, and disaster. But making beauty out of ashes is what the Kalpakala Industry deserves credit for. Over the last three decades, the ubiquitous handmade paper has seen a flourishing business in La
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Remedial resolve
The Nepal government has joined hands with non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and health institutions to combat the threat arising from unscientific disposal of medical waste. The recent adoption
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Clean Thiruvananthapuram, but dirty Villappilsala
Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala was once known as the cleanest city in India. Today, it is littered with garbage
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Glass syringes vs disposable needles
The Haryana government s recent decision to promote glass syringes is in the midst of a storm. It has, in fact, created clear factions; one that supports the move and the other opposing it. The fact that the Union ministry of health and family welfare is