In the lush highlands of Nyeri County, Kenya, a seven-year-old girl planted her first tree in 2002, a small act that would sprout into a lifetime of environmental activism. That girl, Elizabeth Wanjiru Wathuti, now a 28-year-old award-winning climate hero, has since planted thousands of trees, and inspired a generation of young Kenyans to love and protect nature. This is her story.
In a world where amazing gadgets often bring harm to our environment, there's a modern hero who fights against electronic waste, just like Robin Hood fought for justice. Meet Robin Ingenthron, the E-Waste Robin Hood, who has dedicated his life to making electronics better for our planet. He's like a superhero who takes from the places with too much waste (landfills full of old gadgets) and gives back to the places that need help (the environment and communities that are struggling).
Hey there, fellow gamers! Welcome to the exciting world of gaming, where we go on exciting adventures and conquer big challenges! But here's something we need to talk about – e-waste. Yeah, it's not as fun as unlocking new levels, but it's super important for our planet. The gaming industry has revolutionized entertainment but has also resulted in the generation of electronic waste.
In the realm of e-waste management, one name stands out as a relentless advocate for environmental responsibility and social justice: Jim Puckett. With his pioneering work at the Basel Action Network (BAN), Jim has spent over 30 years fighting against toxic waste and its detrimental impact on communities and the environment.
The recycling of electronic waste, commonly known as e-waste, poses a big challenge due to the complex composition and hazardous additives present in the plastics derived from discarded electronic devices. However, researchers at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have found an exciting solution.
Have you ever taken a moment to count the number of old mobile phones tucked away in a drawer at your house? It's a common habit for many of us to either accumulate or dispose of old electrical products instead of repairing them, resulting in a rapidly increasing pile of electronic waste.
Have you ever wondered what happens to your old electronic devices after you dispose them off? And what impact do they have on the environment and our health? The increase in the generation of e-waste poses a substantial threat to the environment and human health worldwide. It’s a global challenge that requires immediate and decisive action.
India is witnessing two important developments: an increased impetus for transitioning from fossil fuel-based energy to renewable energy and curbing reliance on China, and establishing its dominance in solar power. That explains India’s ambitious goal of generating 280 gigawatts (GW) of electricity from solar energy. Recent statistics tell us that India is sincerely pursuing its ambition, with the country’s module manufacturing capacities exceeding 39 GW at the end of September 2022.
Our world is fast becoming digital, and electronic gadgets have become an integral part of our daily lives. There is no denying the fact that technology has revolutionized the world. From smartphones and laptops to washing machines and dishwashers, these devices have made our lives more efficient and comfortable. We eagerly wait for the latest release of our favourite gadgets, rushing to sell off our old ones for the latest model. But do you know the amount of e-waste generated from this constant upgrading of gadgets, and keeping up with the latest trends and advancements?
The rapid pace of technological advancement and the increasing trend of consumerism has led to a growing volume of e-waste worldwide, with a projected amount of 53.6 million metric tons generated in 2019 and expected to rise to 74.7 million metric tons by 2030, according to ‘The Global E-waste Monitor 2020’.
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Technology is a useful servant, but a dangerous master, it was rightly said. Electronic devices have grown into an inevitable part of our daily lives.