Digital Waste

 Digital Waste 

 

Digital waste, sometimes referred to as e-waste, is any type of digital/electronic equipment that is no longer used and is discarded. The rate at which technology is updated with new devices such as computers, servers, monitors, laptops and smartphones has rapidly increased over the years. Unlike other recyclable products and waste, digital waste needs careful disposal and compliance with legal requirements. Most of the digital waste contains rare earth materials and strong chemicals. Some of the components can be very expensive while others are extremely toxic.  

 

Businesses must consider local, national and international regulations or they can face heavy fines and damage the businesses’ reputation. The correct recycling of digital waste can aid the reclaiming and repurposing of available material within the components as well as properly disposing of hazardous components that can harm the environment and people’s health. 

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