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The hidden dangers of e-waste: A toxic threat to health and the environment
In an increasingly digital world, electronic waste (e-waste) has emerged as one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally ...
Detection of Lead in ‘Dad3sen’, Infant Hair and Blood: EPA raises red flag over effects of E-Waste burning at Agbogbloshie
The Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Prof. Nana Ama Klutse, has raised concerns about ...
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E-Waste disposal event to be held at Xenia STE(A)M Academy
XENIA — The Community STE (A)M Academy (CSA) of Xenia has announced a new program for e-waste reclamation. This program is ...
Thai officials seize over 200 tons of electronic waste illegally imported from the US
Thai officials said Wednesday they seized 238 tons of illegally imported electronic waste from the United States at the port of Bangkok, one of the biggest lots they've found this year. The waste, ...
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Thai officials say seized electronic waste came from US
Thai officials say that 238 tonnes of illegally imported electronic waste seized earlier this week at Bangkok Port in Klong ...
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SA Launches Major E-Waste Initiative in North West to Tackle Toxic Waste
The North West project reflects the government’s commitment to enforcing these laws and preventing further damage to South Africa’s ecosystems.
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Thai officials seize over 200 tons of electronic waste illegally imported from the US
Electronic waste creates huge health hazards. Many components are laden with lead and mercury, cadmium and other toxins. Recyclers are after gold, silver, palladium and copper, mainly from printed ...