E waste disposal in Australia

E waste disposal in Australia

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Written by Nagendra

February 6, 2023

Did you know that e waste – such as old mobile phones, TVs and laptops – is responsible for 70% of the toxic chemicals found in landfill?

These toxins, including lead, cadmium and mercury, can end up in our soil and water. In Australia alone, 88% of our e waste ends up in landfill (across the world, that statistic is averaged out as 82.4%) and yet it’s possible to recycle 98% of the components of these electronic devices.

In 2023, that’s a whopping 347 million metric tonnes of e waste across the globe that could have been recycled.

We’re trying to educate people everywhere on the impact of not properly disposing of e waste. That impact is not only harmful to the environment but could also be harmful to human health.

This e waste infographic tells that story and shows people how to dispose of e waste properly.

Because electronic waste is deemed hazardous waste, it cannot be placed in any kind of skip bin or even your council general waste bin. Your options are to:

  • Take it to a licensed recycling facility
  • Dispose of it through your council’s hard rubbish collection service (if available)
  • Sell or donate working items

E waste disposal in Australia

Infographic Source: https://www.justskips.net.au/waste-types/e-waste/

A dedicated full-time digital marketer with 12+ years of experience in the industry. Since 2015, he has been successfully running infographicportal.com, a platform that showcases high-quality infographics across various topics. Nagendra's expertise lies in creating and executing effective digital marketing strategies that drive engagement and growth. His passion for visual storytelling and commitment to excellence has made him a respected figure in the digital marketing community.

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