What happens to your old laptop/fridge/hairdryer? The growing problem of e-waste | Financial Times
The e-waste problem in the UK is particularly bad. The country produces 24.9kg a person a year — nearly 10kg more than the EU average
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The e-waste problem in the UK is particularly bad. The country produces 24.9kg a person a year — nearly 10kg more than the EU average
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A particular problem is that many products contains elements that can be hazardous, so method of recycling matters. 
Mercury. Lead. Cadmium. CFCs and flame retardants.
See how much e-waste we in the U.K. produced per person in the U.K. in 2016.
Compare to the US. Why are we so bad?
Then guess what it is compared to the world at large.
See how much e-waste we in the U.K. produced per person in the U.K. in 2016.
Compare to the US. Why are we so bad?
Then guess what it is compared to the world at large.
6.1 kg on average in the rest of the world.
Easier recycling including for small items is necessary if dangerous disposal is to be avoided.
Easier recycling including for small items is necessary if dangerous disposal is to be avoided.
